The Acetaminophen Awareness Coalition (AAC) is made up of leading health, healthcare provider, and consumer organizations. The American Academy of Pediatrics, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and U.S. Food and Drug Administration serve as advisors to the Coalition. The goal of the AAC is to educate consumers and patients on the importance of knowing […]
Acetaminophen is the most common drug ingredient in America. There are more than 600 medicines that contain acetaminophen as an active ingredient, including prescription (Rx) and over-the-counter (OTC) medicines such as Tylenol. Acetaminophen is an external analgesic that works as a pain reliever (for mild to moderate pain) and fever reducer. Always be mindful to […]
Double check your medicine labels to avoid doubling up on medicines containing acetaminophen when treating illnesses such as a cold, the flu, or COVID-19. Chances are that at some point during the year you may catch a virus that leads to a fever, sore throat, headache, or other unwelcome symptoms. Medicines with acetaminophen can be […]
It is important to always read and follow the label when giving medicine to your child, and only use a medicine that treats your child’s specific symptoms. When possible, dose by your child’s weight using the directions on the label or instructions from your healthcare provider. And always use the dosing device (oral syringe or […]
Get the Facts About Acetaminophen Did you know that more than 50 million Americans use a medicine that contains acetaminophen each week? Acetaminophen is the most common drug ingredient in America, found in more than 600 different over-the-counter (OTC) and prescription (Rx) medicines, including pain relievers; fever reducers; sleep aids; and numerous cough, cold, and […]
WASHINGTON, D.C. — July 31, 2014 – Today’s Consumer Reports story on prescription and non-prescription pain relievers serves as an important reminder for consumers of the importance of taking medicines safely and reinforces the importance of initiatives such as the Acetaminophen Awareness Coalition‘s (AAC) Know Your Dose consumer education campaign. Formed in 2010, the Coalition is a group […]
WASHINGTON, D.C. — June 26, 2014 – The Acetaminophen Awareness Coalition (AAC), a coalition of leading health, healthcare provider, and consumer organizations, today released “Acetaminophen: How It’s Used, Preventing Overdose and What We Can Do to Promote Safe Use,” a report and educational resource to drive safe and appropriate use of America’s most common drug ingredient. The […]
Washington, D.C. — Nov 12, 2013 – As cold and flu season kicks into high gear, the Acetaminophen Awareness Coalition (AAC) is issuing a nationwide safety message urging consumers to double check their medicine labels so they don’t double up on medicines that contain acetaminophen when treating winter illnesses.
Washington, DC — May 1, 2013 – Today, the National Alliance for Hispanic Health (the Alliance) announced a partnership with the Acetaminophen Awareness Coalition (AAC) to increase awareness among Spanish-speaking consumers on the importance of safe use of medicines that contain acetaminophen.
WASHINGTON, DC – June 6, 2022 – New research released today by the Consumer Healthcare Products Association (CHPA) Educational Foundation reveals Americans are in a lot of pain, but consumer awareness remains high when it comes to safely and effectively using over-the-counter (OTC) pain-reliever products containing the common drug ingredient acetaminophen, and knowing how to […]
