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Tyricol 8-Hour Sustained-Release Tablet (Acetaminophen)

Tyricol 8-Hour Sustained-Release Tablet (Acetaminophen)

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Ingredient · strength
Acetaminophen›650mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
하나제약(주)
Appearance
White oblong film-coated tablet
Packaging
500 tablets/bottle
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 200502086 · Approved 2005.03.31 · Insurance code 657801970

Summary

Main use
Relief of fever and cold symptoms (pain, headache)
Who takes it
Adults · Children
Adult dose
Children aged 12 years and older and adults should take 2 tablets every 8 hours. Do not exceed 6 tablets in 24 hours.
Child dose
Children aged 12 years and older should take 2 tablets every 8 hours. Do not exceed 6 tablets in 24 hours.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
하나제약(주)

Efficacy & effects

Relief of fever and cold symptoms (pain, headache)

  • Fever reduction
  • pain due to cold
  • headache
  • toothache
  • muscle pain
  • low back pain
  • menstrual pain
  • joint pain
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This medication has antipyretic properties that help reduce fever and is used to alleviate various pains caused by colds. It helps reduce different kinds of pain, such as headaches, toothaches, muscle pain, lower back pain, menstrual pain, and joint pain, allowing patients to live more comfortably. When used in situations of discomfort due to pain and fever, this medication can effectively improve symptoms. Overall, it helps relieve pain related to colds and reduce fever, enhancing the quality of daily life.

How to take

Adult dose

Children aged 12 years and older and adults should take 2 tablets every 8 hours. Do not exceed 6 tablets in 24 hours.

Child dose

Children aged 12 years and older should take 2 tablets every 8 hours. Do not exceed 6 tablets in 24 hours.

Precautions

This medication can cause liver damage in individuals who regularly consume more than three alcoholic beverages a day, so it is essential to consult a doctor or pharmacist. Due to the ingredients in this medication, serious skin reactions may occur very rarely, so if a skin rash or hypersensitivity reaction develops, discontinue use immediately. Since this medication contains acetaminophen, it is important to ensure that the maximum daily dosage is not exceeded and it should not be taken with other products containing acetaminophen. This medication is contraindicated for individuals with certain conditions. For example, those who are allergic to this medication, have peptic ulcers, severe liver or kidney disorders, impaired heart function, or a history of aspirin-induced asthma should not take it. Also, children under 12 years of age or individuals with certain genetic disorders should not use this medication. As this is a sustained-release formulation, do not crush, chew, or dissolve the tablets; swallow them whole. Individuals with liver or kidney disease, hypersensitivity, asthma, the elderly, pregnant or breastfeeding women, and those taking certain medications should consult a healthcare professional before using this medication. If serious side effects occur such as difficulty breathing, hives, severe vomiting, or skin rashes while taking this medication, stop use immediately and consult a healthcare professional. For long-term use of this medication, regular check-ups are required, and if any unusual symptoms occur, dosage adjustments should be made. Care should be taken to avoid long-term use of medications containing the same active ingredient. In cases of overdose, even if symptoms are absent, prompt medical treatment is required, and specific drug treatment for liver protection may be necessary. Keep this medication out of the reach of children and store it in its original container to maintain drug quality.

Side effects and when to seek care immediately

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, anaphylactic reactions, hypersensitivity symptoms, anaphylactoid symptoms, asthma attacks, severe skin adverse reactions (acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis), mucocutaneous syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, severe edema, liver damage, jaundice, acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis, severe neurological symptoms, sudden

Mild side effects

Nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, pruritic (itchy) rash, rashes, elevated AST, elevated ALT, fixed drug eruption, high anion gap metabolic acidosis (HAGMA), chronic hepatitis, acute pancreatitis, nephrotoxicity, decreased platelet function, prolonged bleeding time, thrombocytopenia, agranulocytosis, hemolytic anemia, methemoglobinemia, cyanosis, elevated blood pressure, extreme lethargy

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

Interactions

Drug interactions

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

Food interactions

Do not take this medication with alcohol.

Storage

This medication may be sensitive to air and moisture, so it should be stored in a tightly sealed container. It is best to maintain the storage temperature between 1°C and 30°C at room temperature. This will help preserve the medication's effectiveness.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

White oblong film-coated tablet

Package unit

500 tablets/bottle

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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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