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Acetaminophen

Acetaminophen is a covered generic medication on Tab's $0 list. Here's what it's used for, typical dosing, and side effects, sourced from FDA-approved drug labeling.

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What it's used for

This medication temporarily relieves minor aches and pains from sources such as headaches, common colds, backaches, and arthritis. It is also used to relieve toothaches, muscular aches, menstrual cramps, and to temporarily reduce fever.

Source: U.S. FDA-approved prescribing information (openFDA).

Typical dosing

Adults and children 12 years and older take 2 gelcaps every 6 hours while symptoms last, not exceeding 6 gelcaps in 24 hours.

Dosing shown here is the general FDA-labeled range. Your prescribing clinician determines the exact dose, form, and schedule for you — this is not a substitute for medical advice.

Boxed warning / key safety info

Taking more than 4,000 mg of acetaminophen in 24 hours, using it with other products containing acetaminophen, or consuming 3 or more alcoholic drinks daily can cause severe liver damage.

Common side effects

See full FDA prescribing information for the complete adverse reaction profile.

Covered strengths on the Tab $0 list

Acetaminophen 500mg Tablet

Covered at $0 with an active Tab membership when filled at a participating pharmacy nationwide or through mail order. A licensed clinician must prescribe the medication.

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