Mar 02, 2010
Tylenol.Treats minor pain and reduces fever.
Categories: Analgesic medicine
Tylenol
Acetaminophen (a-seet-a-MIN-oh-fen)
Treats minor pain and reduces fever.
Brand Name(s):
Tylenol, Paracetamol ,Acetaminophen,Tylenol Children’s,
Tylenol Extra Strength, Tylenol Infants’ Original, Tylenol Infants’, Tylenol
Arthritis, Pain-Eze +/Rheu-Thritis, T-Painol, Tycolene, APAP, Cetafen,
Non-Aspirin Regular Strength, Aminofen, Mapap, Medi-First Non-Aspirin
There may be other brand names for this medicine.
Tylenol Should Not Be Used:
You should not use this medicine (Tylenol) if you have had an allergic
reaction to acetaminophen.
How to Use Tylenol
Tablet, Capsule, Liquid, Chewable Tablet, Dissolving Tablet, Fizzy
Tablet, Long Acting Tablet, Powder, Liquid Filled Capsule
- Your doctor will tell you how much of this medicine(Tylenol) to take
and how often. Do not take more medicine or take it more often than your
doctor tells you to. It is not safe to take more than 4 grams (4,000
milligrams) of acetaminophen in one day (24 hours). - If you are taking this medicine without the advice of your doctor,
follow the label directions on the medicine package. Do not take this
medicine(Tylenol) longer than 10 days in a row, unless your doctor tells
you otherwise. - You may take this medicine(Tylenol) with or without food.
- The chewable tablet should be chewed or crushed before you swallow
it. - Shake the oral liquid well just before each use. Measure the liquid
with a marked measuring spoon or medicine cup. - Do not crush, chew, or break the extended-release tablet. Swallow it
whole. - Drink a full glass of water when taking this medicine(Tylenol).
If a dose is missed:
- If you are taking this medicine (Tylenol) on a regular schedule and
you miss a dose or forget to take your medicine, take it as soon as you
can. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then to take
the medicine and skip the missed dose. - Do not use extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.
How to Store and Dispose Tylenol:
- Store the medicine(Tylenol) at room temperature in a closed
container, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. Do not freeze. - Keep all medicine out of the reach of children, and never share your
medicine with anyone.
Drugs and Foods to Avoid:
Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including
over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.
- Do not drink alcohol while you are using this medicine(Tylenol).
Acetaminophen can damage your liver and drinking alcohol can increase
this risk. If you regularly drink 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day,
do not take Tylenol(acetaminophen) without asking your doctor. - Do not also use other medicines that contain acetaminophen, or you
may be getting more than a safe amount of this medicine. - Many combination medicines contain acetaminophen, including products
with brand names such as Alka-Seltzer Plus®, Comtrex®, Drixoral®,
Excedrin Migraine®, Midol®, Sinutab®, Sudafed®, Theraflu®, and Vanquish®.
Carefully check the labels of all other medicines you are using to be
sure they do not contain acetaminophen.
TYLENOL (ACETAMINOPHEN) and FOOD
Taking acetaminophen (or any product containing acetaminophen) with food may
result in a decreased amount of acetaminophen in your blood. Using
acetaminophen and eating food may cause your medicine to not work for you.
Using acetaminophen and eating food is not recommended. It is important to
tell your doctor and pharmacist about all other medicines that you are
using. If you are already using acetaminophen and eating food, call your
doctor if you feel pain. Do not stop using your medicines without talking to
your doctor first.
TYLENOL (ACETAMINOPHEN) and ALCOHOL
Drinking alcohol while taking acetaminophen may result in a dangerous
effect on your liver. Drinking alcohol and using acetaminophen may cause
serious side effects. Using acetaminophen and drinking alcohol should be
avoided. It is important to tell your doctor and pharmacist about all
other medicines that you are using and how much alcohol you drink. If
you are already using acetaminophen and drinking alcohol, call your
doctor if you have abdominal pain, have chills, have fevers, have yellow
skin or itchy skin, or have dark urine or dark colored stools. Do not
stop using your medicines without talking to your doctor first.
effect on your liver. Drinking alcohol and using acetaminophen may cause
serious side effects. Using acetaminophen and drinking alcohol should be
avoided. It is important to tell your doctor and pharmacist about all
other medicines that you are using and how much alcohol you drink. If
you are already using acetaminophen and drinking alcohol, call your
doctor if you have abdominal pain, have chills, have fevers, have yellow
skin or itchy skin, or have dark urine or dark colored stools. Do not
stop using your medicines without talking to your doctor first.
Warnings While Using
How to Store and Dispose Tylenol:
- Make sure your doctor knows if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or
if you have liver disease or kidney disease. - Tell your doctor if your symptoms do not improve, or if you develop
new symptoms such as redness or swelling. If you have been using this
medicine(Tylenol) for a fever and the fever lasts longer than 3
days, stop using the medicine(Tylenol) and call your doctor. - Make sure any doctor or dentist who treats you knows that you are
using this medicine(Tylenol). Acetaminophen may affect the results of
certain laboratory tests.
Possible Side Effects While Using Tylenol:
Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:
- Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in face or hands,
swelling or tingling in the mouth or throat, tightness in chest, trouble
breathing - Blood in stools or black, tarry stools
- Dark-colored urine or pale stools
- Lightheadedness, fainting, weakness, sweating
- Nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, severe stomach pain
- Unusual bleeding or bruising
- Vomiting blood or material that looks like coffee grounds
- Yellow skin or eyes
