During the fall and winter months, you may catch a virus that leads to a fever, sore throat, headache, or other unwelcome symptoms. Double check your medicine labels to avoid doubling up on medicines containing acetaminophen when treating respiratory viruses such as a cold, the flu, or COVID-19.
Medicines with acetaminophen can be a safe and effective way to keep your symptoms at bay, but taking more acetaminophen than directed is an overdose and can lead to liver damage. Follow these four steps to use medicines with acetaminophen safely:
- Always read and follow the medicine label
- Know if your medicines contain acetaminophen
- Take only one medicine at a time that contains acetaminophen
- Ask your healthcare provider or pharmacist if you have questions
Do you know how much acetaminophen is in your medicines? Use the new Know Your Dose Acetaminophen Dosing Calculator to do the math and treat your symptoms safely.
