Setofen 8-Hour Extended-Release Tablet (Acetaminophen)

Adult dose

Adults over 12 years old: Take 2 tablets every 8 hours. Do not exceed 6 tablets in 24 hours.

Child dose

Children over 12 years old: Take 2 tablets every 8 hours. Do not exceed 6 tablets in 24 hours.

This medication may put burden on the liver, so those who regularly consume large amounts of alcohol should consult with a doctor or pharmacist before taking it. Serious skin reactions such as rashes or pustules may occur during the use of this medication, so if any abnormal skin symptoms appear, discontinue use immediately and consult with a professional. It contains acetaminophen, so be careful not to exceed the maximum daily dosage, and do not take it with other products containing acetaminophen. People who are allergic to this medication, have peptic ulcers, severe liver or kidney dysfunction, decreased heart function, a history of specific asthma, children under 12 years old, and those with lactose intolerance should not take it. As it is a sustained-release formulation, do not crush or chew the tablets, but swallow them whole and adhere to the dosing instructions. If there are any issues with the liver or kidneys, or if there is a history of blood disorders, tendency to bleed, asthma, elderly patients, pregnant or breastfeeding women, or if taking specific medications, please consult a professional before taking it. If any abnormal symptoms such as difficulty breathing, severe allergic reactions, severe gastrointestinal bleeding, or severe skin reactions occur during use, discontinue use immediately and consult with medical personnel. For long-term use, regular checks of liver function and blood tests should be conducted, and if any abnormalities are found, adjust or discontinue the dosage. Avoid taking it with other pain relievers. If pain or fever persists or worsens during use, consult with a doctor or pharmacist, and do not arbitrarily extend the duration of use. In case of overdose, seek appropriate treatment immediately even if there are no specific symptoms, and keep out of reach of children. Store the medication in its original container and be careful not to transfer it to another container.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, anaphylactic reaction, asthma attack, severe skin adverse reactions (acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis), shock, thrombocytopenia, granulocytopenia, hemolytic anemia, platelet function impairment, cyanosis, rash, allergic reactions, skin-mucosal syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, severe rash with high fever

Mild side effects

Nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, cyanosis, facial swelling, excessive sweating, low blood pressure, gastrointestinal bleeding, itching rash, rash, fixed rash, elevated AST, elevated ALT, high anion gap metabolic acidosis (HAGMA), chronic liver necrosis, acute pancreatitis, chronic hepatitis, nephrotoxicity, thrombocytopenia, granulocytopenia, hemolytic anemia, platelet function impairment

Drug interactions

Do not take this medication with other anti-inflammatory (anti-inflammatory) pain relievers, other products containing acetaminophen, barbiturates, or tricyclic antidepressants. Patients taking warfarin, lithium, or thiazide diuretics should consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking this medication.

Food interactions

Do not take this medication with alcohol.

Store this medication in a sealed container to prevent air ingress, preferably at room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius. This helps maintain the effectiveness of the medication for a longer time.

Appearance

White oblong film-coated tablet

Package unit

500 tablets (bottle)