Trispen 8-Hour Extended Release Tablet (Acetaminophen)

Adult dosage

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

Children's dosage

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

This medication can burden the liver, so individuals who consume more than three drinks of alcohol daily should consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking it. Rarely, serious skin rashes or allergic reactions may occur when taking this medication, so if you notice any skin abnormalities, discontinue use immediately and consult an expert. Care should be taken not to exceed a maximum of 4,000mg per day of the active ingredient, and to avoid overlapping ingredients when taking with other medications. Individuals with hypersensitivity, peptic ulcer disease, severe liver or kidney disease, cardiac dysfunction, or a history of certain asthma conditions should not take this medication. Children under 12 years of age should not use this medication. This medication is an extended-release formulation; do not crush or chew the tablets, but swallow them whole to maintain effectiveness and safety. If there are issues with liver or kidney function or a past medical history, and if pregnant or breastfeeding, individuals should definitely consult an expert before taking this medication. If symptoms like difficulty breathing, facial swelling, severe skin rash, nausea, vomiting, or bleeding occur while taking this medication, stop use immediately and consult a doctor or pharmacist. Regular blood tests and liver function tests should be done during long-term use, and if symptoms persist or worsen, consult an expert. Be cautious not to exceed the recommended dose, and if overdose is suspected, seek medical treatment immediately. Store this medication in a tightly sealed container, and keep it in a cool place out of the reach of children.

Serious side effects

• Hives
• severe swelling (edema)
• difficulty breathing
• asthma attacks
• anaphylactic reactions
• hypersensitivity
• skin rash
• Stevens-Johnson syndrome
• toxic epidermal necrolysis
• generalized pustular rash

Mild side effects

• Nausea
• vomiting
• loss of appetite
• pruritic (itching) rash
• rash
• fixed rash
• AST elevation
• ALT elevation

Drug interactions

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

Food interactions

Do not take this medication with alcohol.

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container and kept at room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius. This helps maintain the effectiveness of the medication for a longer period.

Appearance

White rectangular film-coated tablet

Package unit

6 tablets/PTP