Infants’ Tylenol Oral Suspension

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  • Nonnarcotic analgesics

Infants’ Tylenol Oral Suspension Generic Name & Formulations

General Description

Acetaminophen 160mg/5mL; cherry or grape flavor; alcohol-free.

Pharmacological Class

Analgesic/antipyretic.

How Supplied

Susp (w. oral syringe)—1oz (grape); 2oz (cherry)

Infants’ Tylenol Oral Suspension Indications

Indications

Minor aches and pain. Fever.

Infants’ Tylenol Oral Suspension Dosage and Administration

Children

Dispense liquid slowly in mouth toward inner cheek. <24lbs or <2yrs: consult doctor. 24–35lbs or 2–3yrs: 5mL (160mg) every 4hrs; max 5 doses/24hrs.

Infants’ Tylenol Oral Suspension Contraindications

Not Applicable

Infants’ Tylenol Oral Suspension Boxed Warnings

Not Applicable

Infants’ Tylenol Oral Suspension Warnings/Precautions

Warnings/Precautions

Hepatic dysfunction. Reevaluate if severe sore throat persists >2 days with or followed by fever, headache, rash, nausea or vomiting. Discontinue if new symptoms occur, pain worsens >5 days, fever persists >3 days, or if redness or swelling is present.

Infants’ Tylenol Oral Suspension Pharmacokinetics

See Literature

Infants’ Tylenol Oral Suspension Interactions

Interactions

Do not use with other acetaminophen-containing drugs. Caution with concomitant warfarin.

Infants’ Tylenol Oral Suspension Adverse Reactions

Adverse Reactions

Hepatotoxicity (overdosage).

Infants’ Tylenol Oral Suspension Clinical Trials

See Literature

Infants’ Tylenol Oral Suspension Note

Not Applicable

Infants’ Tylenol Oral Suspension Patient Counseling

See Literature

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