Fever Reducing Childrens
120 mg · Suppository
- Available without prescription
- Active substance
- Acetaminophen
- Made by
- CVS Pharmacy
- Source
- Official label
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 · 2025-06-06
Pain reliever/fever reducer
- Temporarily
- Reduces fever
- Relieves minor aches, pains, and headache
Do not use unless directed by a doctor 3 to 6 years Use 1 suppository every 4 to 6 hours (maximum of 5 doses in 24 hours)
Full directions ↓- 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
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, pains, and headache
From the official label · 2025-06-06 · 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.
With therapeutic doses, NAPQI undergoes rapid conjugation with glutathione and is then further metabolized to form cysteine and mercapturic acid conjugates.
Acetaminophen metabolites are mainly excreted in the urine.
Quoted from the prescribing label, sections “Mechanism of Action” and “Pharmacokinetics”. DailyMed · 2026-08-28
Do not take it if
- 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.
Quoted from the official label, section “OTC — Do Not Use”.
How to take it
These directions are for this exact strength and form. Another one is different.
- this product does not contain directions or warnings for adult use
- do not use more than directed
- remove wrapper
- carefully insert suppository well up into the rectum Dosing Chart Age Dose under 3 years
- Do not use unless directed by a doctor 3 to 6 years Use 1 suppository every 4 to 6 hours (maximum of 5 doses in 24 hours)
Quoted from the official label, section “Dosage & Administration”.
Ask a doctor first if
- your child has liver disease
- your child is taking the blood thinning drug warfarin
Quoted from the official label, section “OTC — Ask Doctor”.
Stop and get help if
- fever lasts more than 3 days (72 hours), or recurs
- pain lasts more than 5 days or gets worse.
- new symptoms occur.
- redness or swelling is present in the painful area. These may be signs of a serious condition.
Quoted from the official label, section “OTC — Stop Use”.
Other warnings
- Liver warning:
- This product 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. For rectal use only
- Do not use
- Ask a doctor before use if
- your child is taking the blood thinning drug warfarin Stop use and ask a doctor if
- Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed or in case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away (1-800-222-1222). Quick medical attention is critical in case of overdose for
Quoted from the official label, section “Warnings”.
Keep away from children
- If swallowed or in case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away (1-800-222-1222). Quick medical attention is critical in case of overdose for
- adults and for children even
- if you do not notice any signs or symptoms.
Quoted from the official label, section “OTC — Keep Out of Reach of Children”.
How to store it
- store at 20-25 ° C (68-77 ° F) or in a cool place
- tamper-evident:
- suppositories are individually wrapped.
- Do not use if printed wrapper is opened or damaged.
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.
hydrogenated vegetable oil
Quoted from the official label, section “Inactive Ingredients”.
Questions about this product
1-800-719-9260
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.
This label’s list of inactive ingredients names none of: lactose, wheat or gluten, colour dyes, sugars, sugar alcohols, alcohol (ethanol), aspartame (phenylalanine), gelatin, peanut oil, soy, parabens, sulfites, titanium dioxide.
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 (9)
The same active substance, strength and kind of form, from every company that sells it — with what each label lists.
Showing 9 of 9
- Fever Reducing ChildrensThis oneWithout prescriptionCVS PharmacyNames none of these
- Acetaminophen for ChildrenWithout prescriptionA-S Medication SolutionsNo ingredient list on the stored label
- Acetaminophen for ChildrenWithout prescriptionNuCare Pharmaceutiacals,Inc.Names none of these
- Acetaminophen for ChildrenWithout prescriptionNuCare Pharmaceuticals,Inc.Names none of these
- Acetaminophen for ChildrenWithout prescriptionPadagis Israel Pharmaceuticals LtdNo ingredient list on the stored label
- Acetaminophen for ChildrenWithout prescriptionProficient Rx LPNames none of these
- Foster and Thrive Pain RelieverWithout prescriptionStrategic Sourcing Services LLCNames none of these
- Feverall ChildrensWithout prescriptionSun Pharmaceutical Industries, Inc.Names none of these
- Pain Reliever Fever Reducer ChildrensWithout prescriptionWalgreen CompanyNames none of these
Same active substance, strength and form in other countries
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Details
| Made by | CVS Pharmacy |
|---|---|
| Active substance | Acetaminophen |
| Strength | 120 mg |
| Form | Suppository |
| Route | Rectal |
| Packs | 12 BLISTER PACK in 1 CARTON / 1 SUPPOSITORY in 1 BLISTER PACK |
| NDC | 59779-579 |
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).
Same active substance
These contain the same substance. That does not mean one can replace another — ask a pharmacist.