Dongkwang Acetaminophen Tablet 160 mg

Child dose

Children under 12 years old should take the following recommended dose as needed every 4-6 hours. This medication should be taken for the shortest duration necessary at the minimum effective dose, and it should not exceed 5 doses per day (75 mg/kg).

This medication can put a strain on the liver, so individuals who regularly consume more than three glasses of alcohol daily must consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking it. If severe rash or blistering occurs on the skin during the use of this medication, discontinue use immediately and consult healthcare personnel. Since it contains acetaminophen, care must be taken not to exceed the maximum daily dosage, and it should not be taken with other acetaminophen-containing medications. The artificial sweetener aspartame in this drug is broken down into phenylalanine, so patients with hereditary conditions like phenylketonuria should avoid it. This medication is prohibited for individuals with certain conditions, such as those with hypersensitivity to the drug, peptic ulcers, severe liver or kidney dysfunction, or reduced heart function, and it should not be taken during these situations. It is also safer not to use this medication in patients with aspirin-induced asthma, those taking certain medications, or those consuming alcohol. Individuals with liver or kidney function issues, the elderly, pregnant or breastfeeding women must consult with healthcare professionals before taking this medication. If severe adverse reactions such as difficulty in breathing, facial flushing, hives, severe vomiting, or skin rashes occur while using the medication, the use should be stopped immediately, and a doctor should be consulted. Regular blood tests and liver function tests are needed during long-term use of this medication, and it is recommended to avoid excessive dosing and not to take it with other analgesics. Children and the elderly should use the minimum effective dose and be carefully monitored after taking it. If symptoms persist or worsen, consult healthcare personnel. In case of overdose of this medication, seek medical attention immediately, even if there are no symptoms. Lastly, this medication should be stored out of the reach of children and kept in its original container; transferring it to another container should be avoided.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, thrombocytopenia, agranulocytosis, hemolytic anemia, methemoglobinemia, impaired platelet function, hypotension, shock, anaphylactic reaction, asthma attack, severe skin reaction (acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis), mucocutaneous syndrome, rash, allergic reactions, chronic liver necrosis, acute pancreatitis, chronic hepatitis,

Mild side effects

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

This medication may be sensitive to air or humidity, so it must be stored in a sealed container. It should be kept at normal room temperature, avoiding locations that are too hot or too cold.

Appearance

White round tablet

Package unit

1,000 tablets/bottle