FDA is alerting consumers to be mindful of the amount of acetaminophen they take in order to prevent overdose and potential liver damage. Through a blog post, video, and numerous consumer resources, FDA is reminding consumers to check their medication labels, both on prescription and over-the-counter products, to know when they contain acetaminophen and how much medicine they contain. Consumers are advised to:

• Avoid taking two medications that contain acetaminophen
  
• Track how much acetaminophen they take and how long they should wait before taking another dose
  
• Know when and when not to take acetaminophen
  
• Read the directions on children’s medications to determine if the medication is appropriate and how much to administer to a child.

The AWARxE^® Consumer Protection Program also provides information on safe use of acetaminophen in the Appropriate Use section of its Web site.