Schmedipen 8-Hour Extended Release Tablet 650mg (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 may place a burden on the liver, so those who consume more than three glasses of alcohol daily must consult with a doctor or pharmacist before use. If severe rashes, blisters, or allergic reactions occur while taking this medication, discontinue use immediately and consult a healthcare professional. Care should be taken not to exceed the maximum daily dosage of 4,000mg of the active ingredient contained in this medication, and it should not be taken with other acetaminophen-containing medications. Those allergic to this medication, individuals with peptic ulcers, severe blood disorders, significantly impaired liver or kidney function, decreased cardiac function, aspirin-sensitive asthma, those taking specific medications, and children under 12 years of age should avoid using this medication. This medication is an extended-release formulation, so the tablets should not be crushed, chewed, or dissolved but swallowed whole. Individuals with liver or kidney diseases, peptic ulcers, blood disorders, bleeding tendencies, heart function abnormalities, hypersensitivity, asthma, elderly individuals, pregnant or breastfeeding women, and those taking specific medications should consult with a healthcare professional before using this medication. If symptoms such as difficulty in breathing, flushing or swelling of the face or body, severe vomiting, skin rashes, bleeding, or severe abdominal pain occur during use, discontinue immediately and consult a doctor or pharmacist. For long-term use, regular blood tests and liver function tests should be conducted, and adjustments or discontinuation of medication should be made if abnormalities are found. Children and the elderly should use the minimum effective dosage, and their condition should be monitored closely after taking this medication. Avoid concurrent use with other anti-inflammatory pain relievers, and consult a specialist if pain persists for more than ten days or fever lasts more than three days without instruction from a doctor or pharmacist. In case of overdose, even without symptoms, visit a medical facility immediately for appropriate treatment, as liver-protective treatment may be necessary. This medication should be stored in a sealed container, at room temperature, and kept out of reach of children. It is safer not to transfer the medication to another container from its original packaging.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling, chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, paleness, anaphylaxis, hypersensitivity, anaphylactic symptoms, asthma attack, rash, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, mucocutaneous syndrome, acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis, markedly decreased urinary output (including thrombocytopenia, agranulocytosis, hemolytic anemia, etc.), liver abnormalities (related to liver damage, jaundice), shock, consciousness disturbance

Mild side effects

• Nausea
• vomiting
• loss of appetite
• gastrointestinal bleeding
• peptic ulcer
• perforation
• rash
• pruritic rash
• fixed drug eruption
• thrombocytopenia

This medication should be stored in a sealed container to prevent air or moisture from entering, and kept in a cool place between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius at indoor temperatures. Storing in this way can help maintain the medication's efficacy for a long time.

Appearance

White oblong film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 500 tablets/bottle, 6 tablets (6 tablets/PTP x 1)