In the US - Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist. This is not a complete list of possible side effects. However, get medical help right away if you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including: rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/ tongue/throat), severe dizziness, trouble breathing.
Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.Ī very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare. If your doctor has directed you to use this medication, remember that your doctor has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. If you have any unusual effects, contact your doctor or pharmacist promptly. If you think you may have a serious medical problem, get medical help right away. Tell your doctor if your condition lasts or gets worse or if you develop new symptoms. If the child has a sore throat (especially with high fever, headache, or nausea/ vomiting), consult the doctor promptly. For adults, do not take this product for pain for more than 10 days (5 days in children) unless directed by your doctor. If you wait until the symptoms have worsened, the medication may not work as well.ĭo not take this medication for fever for more than 3 days unless directed by your doctor. Pain medications work best if they are used as the first signs of pain occur. Swallow the tablets whole.įor effervescent tablets, dissolve the dose in the recommended amount of water, then drink. Doing so can release all of the drug at once, increasing the risk of side effects. For chewable tablets, chew thoroughly before swallowing.ĭo not crush or chew extended-release tablets. Do not use a household spoon.įor rapidly-dissolving tablets, chew or allow to dissolve on the tongue, then swallow with or without water. Measure the liquid medication with the provided dose-measuring spoon/dropper/syringe to make sure you have the correct dose. Follow all directions on the product package. Some liquids do not need to be shaken before use. If you don't know your child's weight, you can use their age.įor suspensions, shake the medication well before each dose. Use your child's weight to find the right dose on the product package. If you are giving acetaminophen to a child, be sure you use a product that is meant for children. Do not take more acetaminophen than recommended. Read the dosing instructions carefully for each product because the amount of acetaminophen may be different between products. There are many brands and forms of acetaminophen available. If you have any questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
Overdose symptoms may include nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, sweating, stomach/ abdominal pain, extreme tiredness, yellowing eyes/ skin, and dark urine.ĭaily alcohol use, especially when combined with acetaminophen, may damage your liver. Get medical help right away if you take too much acetaminophen ( overdose), even if you feel well. Check the labels on all your medicines to see if they contain acetaminophen, and ask your pharmacist if you are unsure. Acetaminophen is in many nonprescription and prescription medications (such as pain/fever drugs or cough-and-cold products). Ask your doctor or pharmacist how much acetaminophen is safe to take.ĭo not use with any other drug containing acetaminophen without asking your doctor or pharmacist first. People with liver problems and children should take less acetaminophen. Adults should not take more than 4000 milligrams (4 grams) of acetaminophen a day. Taking too much acetaminophen may cause serious (possibly fatal) liver disease.
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