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ACEPHEN - acetaminophen suppository 
G&W Laboratories, Inc.

AcephenTM, Acetaminophen Suppositories, 650 mg

ACTIVE INGREDIENT (in each rectal suppository)

Acetaminophen 650 mg

PURPOSE

Pain reliever/fever reducer

USES

temporarily
• reduces fever
• relieves minor aches, pains, and headache

WARNINGS

For rectal use only
Liver Warning:
This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if
an adult or child 12 years and older takes more than 6 suppositories in 24 hours, which is the maximum daily amount
• taken with other drugs containing acetaminophen
• an adult takes 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product

Do not use
• in children under 12 years
• 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.

Ask a doctor before use if
• you have liver disease                               
• you are taking the blood thinning drug warfarin

Stop use and ask a doctor if
• fever lasts more than 3 days (72 hours), or recurs
• pain gets worse or lasts more than 10 days
• new symptoms occur
• redness or swelling is present in the painful area
These may be signs of a serious condition.

IF PREGNANT OR BREAST-FEEDING

Ask a health professional before use.

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN

If swallowed or in case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. Quick medical attention is critical in case of overdose for adults and children even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms.

DOSAGE & ADMINISTRATION

Directions
• do not use more than directed
remove foil wrapper
• insert suppository well up into rectum
• adults and children 12 years and older
     • 1 suppository every 4 to 6 hours while symptoms persist
     • do not exceed 6 suppositories in any 24-hour period
children under 12 years: do not use

OTHER INFORMATION

• store at room temperature 15˚-30˚C (59˚-86˚F)

INACTIVE INGREDIENT

glyceryl stearate, hydrogenated vegetable oil, polyethylene glycol 100 stearate, sorbitan monooleate

QUESTIONS

call 1-800-922-1038

PACKAGE LABEL.PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL

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NDC 0713-0165-01
G&W ACEPHENTM Acetaminophen Suppositories USP 650 mg
Pain Reliever • Fever Reducer
100 Rectal Suppositories

Packaging Carton

ACEPHEN  
acetaminophen  suppository
Product Information
Product Type HUMAN OTC DRUG NDC Product Code (Source) 0713-0165
Route of Administration RECTAL DEA Schedule     
Active Ingredient/Active Moiety
Ingredient Name Basis of Strength Strength
Acetaminophen (Acetaminophen) Acetaminophen 650 mg
Inactive Ingredients
Ingredient Name Strength
Glyceryl Monostearate  
Hydrogenated Coconut Oil  
Peg-100 Stearate  
Sorbitan Monooleate  
Product Characteristics
Color      Score     
Shape Size
Flavor Imprint Code
Contains     
Packaging
# NDC Package Description Multilevel Packaging
1 0713-0165-12 12 SUPPOSITORY In 1 BOX None
2 0713-0165-01 100 SUPPOSITORY In 1 BOX None
3 0713-0165-50 50 SUPPOSITORY In 1 BOX None
4 0713-0165-10 1000 SUPPOSITORY In 1 BOX None
5 0713-0165-05 500 SUPPOSITORY In 1 BOX None

Marketing Information
Marketing Category Application Number or Monograph Citation Marketing Start Date Marketing End Date
ANDA ANDA072237 03/27/1992

Labeler - G&W Laboratories, Inc. (001271188)
Registrant - G&W Laboratories, Inc. (001271188)
Establishment
Name Address ID/FEI Operations
G&W Laboratories, Inc. 001271188 MANUFACTURE
Revised: 01/2012G&W Laboratories, Inc.