Medication info

Champ Syrup (Acetaminophen)

OTC medicationSuspension경구
Ingredient · strength
Acetaminophen›3.2g / 100mL
Manufacturer / importer
동아제약(주)
Appearance
White to off-white cherry-flavored suspension
Packaging
5mL/pack × 10
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 201206715 · Notified 2012.09.07

Summary

Main use
Relief of cold (fever, pain) and pain (headache, neuralgia)
Who takes it
Children
Child dose
For children under 12 years old, the recommended dosage should be taken every 4-6 hours as needed. Do not exceed 5 doses per day (75 mg/kg). The dosage according to weight is 10-15 mg/kg.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
동아제약(주)

Efficacy & effects

Relief of cold (fever, pain) and pain (headache, neuralgia)

  • Fever
  • pain
  • headache
  • neuralgia
  • muscle pain
  • menstrual pain
  • sprain pain
  • toothache
  • joint pain
  • rheumatic pain
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This medication helps alleviate fever and pain caused by colds, headaches, neuralgia, muscle pain, menstrual pain, and pain from sprains. It is also effectively used for various types of pains, such as toothaches, joint pain, and rheumatic pain. It can be widely utilized for pain relief, contributing to reducing discomfort in daily life. This medication is used to improve overall pain and alleviate symptoms.

How to take

Child dose

For children under 12 years old, the recommended dosage should be taken every 4-6 hours as needed. Do not exceed 5 doses per day (75 mg/kg). The dosage according to weight is 10-15 mg/kg.

Precautions

This medication may exert stress on the liver; therefore, individuals who regularly consume more than three glasses of alcohol per day should consult a physician or pharmacist before taking this medication. It contains acetaminophen, which may cause liver damage, so care should be taken not to exceed the maximum daily dosage of 4,000 mg, and it should not be taken with other products containing acetaminophen. While taking this medication, serious skin allergic reactions may rarely occur. If skin rash, itching, or red spots appear, discontinue use immediately and consult medical personnel. Individuals allergic to this medication or those with peptic ulcers, severe liver, kidney or heart diseases, a history of aspirin-induced asthma, or those currently on specific medications should not take this medication. Patients with liver, kidney, blood disorders, the elderly, pregnant or breastfeeding women, and children under the age of 2 should consult a physician or pharmacist before taking this medication. If abnormal symptoms such as difficulty breathing, hives, rash, vomiting, or abdominal pain occur, discontinue use immediately and inform medical personnel. This medication helps alleviate symptoms but does not treat the underlying cause, so if symptoms persist or worsen, it is essential to consult a professional. In particular, children and the elderly should take the minimum effective dose and be particularly cautious of adverse reactions. Avoid taking this medication with other anti-inflammatory pain relievers, and adults should not use it for periods exceeding 10 days for pain or 3 days for fever. In the case of overdose, visit a hospital immediately to receive liver protection treatment, and keep it out of the reach of children in a safe place. This medication should be stored in its original container, and care should be taken not to transfer it to another container.

Side effects and when to seek care immediately

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), tightness in the chest, difficulty breathing, asthma attack, thrombocytopenia, agranulocytosis, hemolytic anemia, impaired platelet function, rash, severe allergic reactions, anaphylaxis, shock, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, mucosal skin syndrome, severe skin adverse reactions, high anion gap metabolic acidosis (HAGMA), liver damage, acute pancreatitis, chronic hepatitis, kidney toxicity, liver

Mild side effects

  • Nausea
  • vomiting
  • loss of appetite
  • pruritic rash
  • rash
  • fixed drug eruption
  • elevated AST
  • elevated ALT

Not everyone experiences these, and they can vary from person to person.

Interactions

Drug interactions

Do not take this medication with other products that contain acetaminophen, other anti-inflammatory (non-steroidal) pain relievers, barbiturates, or tricyclic antidepressants. Additionally, consult a physician or pharmacist if taking concurrently with warfarin, lithium, or thiazide diuretics.

Food interactions

Do not take this medication with alcohol.

Storage

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent air or moisture from entering, and it is safe to store it at room temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius. Therefore, keep it out of direct sunlight and high temperatures until use, and store it in a place that maintains an appropriate temperature.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

White to off-white cherry-flavored suspension

Package unit

5mL/pack × 10

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This drug information is based on data provided by the Korea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
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