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Topcare 8 Hour Pain Relief
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  • FDA PI

Topcare 8 Hour Pain Relief

Generic name:acetaminophen
Dosage form: tablet, film coated, extended release
Drug class:Miscellaneous analgesics

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Dec 22, 2021.

Active ingredient (in each caplet)

Acetaminophen 650 mg

Purpose

Pain reliever/fever reducer

Uses

  • temporarily relieves minor aches and pains due to:
  • muscular aches
  • backache
  • headache
  • toothache
  • the common cold
  • menstrual cramps
  • minor pain of arthritis
  • temporarily reduces fever

Warnings

Liver warning: This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if you take

  • more than 6 caplets in 24 hours, which is the maximum daily amount
  • with other drugs containing acetaminophen
  • 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product

Do not use

  • if you are allergic to acetaminophen
  • with any other drug containing acetaminophen (prescription or nonprescription). If you are not sure whether a drug contains acetaminophen, ask a doctor or pharmacist.

Ask a doctor before use if you have

liver disease.

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are

taking the blood thinning drug warfarin.

Stop use and ask a doctor if

  • pain gets worse or lasts for more than 10 days
  • fever gets worse or lasts for more than 3 days
  • new symptoms occur
  • redness or swelling is present

These could be signs of a serious condition.

If pregnant or breast-feeding,

ask a health professional before use.

Keep out of reach of children.

Overdose warning: Taking more than the recommended dose (overdose) may cause liver damage. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. (1-800-222-1222) Quick medical attention is critical for adults as well as for children even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms.

Directions

  • do not take more than directed (see overdose warning)