Medicine guide

Childrens Acetaminophen

160 mg/5mL · Suspension

  • Available without prescription
Active substance
Acetaminophen
Made by
Cardinal Health 107, LLC

Quoted from the official source. Not yet reviewed by Mediclarum — the leaflet in your pack is authoritative.

At a glance

Quoted from the official label · 2026-07-21

What it is

Pain reliever/fever reducer

Used for
  • Reduces fever
  • O the common cold o flu o headache o sore throat o toothache
How to take it

Ask a doctor 24-35 2-3 years 5 mL 36-47 4-5 years 7.5 mL 48-59 6-8 years 10 mL 60-71 9-10 years 12.5 mL 72-95 11 years 15 mL

do not give more than 5 times in 24 hours Weight (lbs) Age (yr) Dose (mL) or as directed by a doctor Under 24 Under 2

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Warning

This product contains contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if your child takes:

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Good to know
  • Sold without a prescription
  • FDA enforcement reports list no ongoing recall, and none from the last two years, for this product code · checked 2026-10-02
828other products contain Acetaminophen — compare makers, forms and strengths

Every line above is selected, not written, from the official label. Nothing is reworded. DailyMed

What it is for

temporarily:

  • reduces fever
  • relieves minor aches and pain due to:
  • o the common cold o flu o headache o sore throat o toothache

From the official label · 2026-07-21 · DailyMed

How it works

From the US prescribing label for the same active substance (Acetaminophen). It describes the substance, not this exact product.

The precise mechanism of the analgesic and antipyretic properties of acetaminophen is not established but is thought to primarily involve central actions.

Peak level after15 min
How the body breaks it down

With therapeutic doses, NAPQI undergoes rapid conjugation with glutathione and is then further metabolized to form cysteine and mercapturic acid conjugates.

How it leaves the body

Acetaminophen metabolites are mainly excreted in the urine.

Quoted from the prescribing label, sections “Mechanism of Action” and “Pharmacokinetics”. DailyMed · 2026-08-28

How to take it

These directions are for this exact strength and form. Another one is different.

  • this product does not contain directions or complete warnings for adult use
  • do not take more than directed (see overdose warning)
  • shake well before using
  • mL = milliliter
  • find the right dose on chart below. If possible, use weight to dose; otherwise, use age
  • repeat dose every 4 hours while symptoms last
  • do not give more than 5 times in 24 hours Weight (lbs) Age (yr) Dose (mL) or as directed by a doctor Under 24 Under 2
  • Ask a doctor 24-35 2-3 years 5 mL 36-47 4-5 years 7.5 mL 48-59 6-8 years 10 mL 60-71 9-10 years 12.5 mL 72-95 11 years 15 mL

Quoted from the official label, section “Dosage & Administration”.

Other warnings

  • Liver warning :
  • This product contains contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if your child takes:
  • more than 5 doses in 24 hours, which is the maximum daily amount
  • with other drugs containing acetaminophen Allergy alert :
  • acetaminophen may cause severe skin reactions. Symptoms may include:
  • skin reddening
  • blisters
  • rash If a skin reaction occurs,
  • stop use and seek medical help right away. Sore throat warning :
  • if sore throat is severe, persists for more than 2 days, is accompanied or followed by fever, headache, rash, nausea, or vomiting, consult a doctor promptly
  • Do not use
  • with any other drug containing acetaminophen (prescription or nonprescription).
  • If you are not sure whether a drug contains acetaminophen,
  • ask a doctor or pharmacist.
  • if your child is allergic to acetaminophen or any of the inactive ingredients in this product.
  • Ask a doctor before use if your child has liver disease.
  • Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if your child is taking the blood thinning drug warfarin.
  • When using this product,
  • do not exceed the recommended dose (see overdose warning)
  • Stop use and
  • ask a doctor if :
  • pain gets worse or lasts more than 5 days
  • fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days
  • new symptoms occur
  • redness or swelling is present These could be signs of a serious condition.

Quoted from the official label, section “Warnings”.

Keep away from children

  • Keep out of the reach of children .
  • Overdose warning :
  • 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 children even
  • if you do not notice any sign or symptoms

Quoted from the official label, section “OTC — Keep Out of Reach of Children”.

How to store it

  • each 5 mL contains: sodium 2 mg
  • Store at 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F). [See USP Controlled Room Temperature]
  • protect from freezing
  • a red, berry flavored suspension supplied in the following oral dosage form:
  • Overbagged with 5 x 5 mL unit dose cup in each bag, NDC 55154-5787-5 WARNING:
  • This Unit Dose package is not child resistant and is Intended for Institutional Use Only. Keep this and all drugs out of the reach of children.

Quoted from the official label, section “Storage and Handling”.

What kind of medicine it is

Pain reliever/fever reducer

Quoted from the official label, section “OTC — Purpose”.

Other ingredients

Relevant if you react to a dye, a preservative, lactose or gluten.

Acesulfame K, butylparaben, citric acid, FD&C Red No. 40, flavoring, glycerin, high fructose corn syrup, polysorbate 80, propylene glycol, purified water, sodium benzoate, sorbitol solution, veegum and xanthan gum.

Quoted from the official label, section “Inactive Ingredients”.

Questions about this product

Call 1-800-845-8210.

Quoted from the official label, section “OTC — Questions”.

Ingredients people check for

Lactose, gluten, dyes, sugars and other ingredients that matter with an allergy, intolerance or diet — as this product’s FDA label lists them.

  • Colour dyesFD&C Red No. 40Some people react to dyes such as tartrazine (Yellow 5) or carmine.
  • Sugarshigh fructose corn syrupRelevant to diabetes and dental health.
  • Sugar alcoholssorbitol solutionSorbitol and similar can upset the stomach and matter with fructose intolerance.
  • ParabensbutylparabenPreservatives some people prefer to avoid or are sensitive to.

Quoted from the FDA label. A label that does not name an ingredient is not a guarantee that the product is free of it, and formulations change. With an allergy, check the pack and ask a pharmacist.

Every version of this medicine (193)

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Details

Made byCardinal Health 107, LLC
Active substanceAcetaminophen
Strength160 mg/5mL
FormSuspension
RouteOral
Packs5 CUP, UNIT-DOSE in 1 BAG / 5 mL in 1 CUP, UNIT-DOSE
NDC55154-5787

Source: NDC Directory · 2026-09-13 · not reviewed by a clinician

Source: US Food and Drug Administration, NDC Directory. Reuse terms: US government work (FDA).

Other strengths and forms

15 products are sold under this name. Grouped by form; a number on a strength means several companies make it.

Same active substance

These contain the same substance. That does not mean one can replace another — ask a pharmacist.