Tylen Soft Capsule (Acetaminophen)

Adult dose

Children aged 12 years or older and adults: Take 2 capsules at a time, 3 to 4 times a day (every 4 to 6 hours) as needed. Do not exceed a total of 4 grams (12 capsules) in one day. This medication should be taken at the minimum effective dose for the shortest duration possible.

Child dose

Children aged 12 years or older: Take 2 capsules at a time, 3 to 4 times a day (every 4 to 6 hours) as needed. Do not exceed a total of 4 grams (12 capsules) in one day. This medication should be taken at the minimum effective dose for the shortest duration possible.

This medication can put a strain on the liver, so those who regularly consume more than three alcoholic beverages a day should consult a physician or pharmacist before taking it. While taking this medication, sudden rashes or blisters on the skin, severe allergic reactions may occur, so if any of these symptoms appear, stop taking it immediately and consult a healthcare professional. Taking this medication in excess of the maximum daily dosage can result in liver damage; therefore, it should not be taken with other products containing acetaminophen. Individuals allergic to this medication, those with peptic ulcers, severe blood disorders, or severely impaired liver or kidney function should not take it. People with asthma or who have experienced an asthma attack from aspirin, or those currently taking certain antidepressants or barbiturates should also avoid this medication. Individuals with liver or kidney disease, bleeding tendencies, impaired heart function, history of hypersensitivity, bronchial asthma, elderly individuals, pregnant or breastfeeding women, and those on certain medications should consult healthcare professionals before taking this medication. If during use symptoms of difficulty breathing, severe allergic reactions, gastrointestinal bleeding, severe skin rashes, acute pancreatitis, liver or kidney damage occur, stop taking the medication immediately and consult a healthcare professional. This medication requires ample consultation to prevent hypersensitivity reactions, and regular check-ups are needed for those with chronic illnesses or long-term use. Children and the elderly should use the minimum effective dose and be vigilant for adverse reactions, and it is safe not to use it for more than 10 days for pain or more than 3 days for fever. Combining this medication with other anti-inflammatory analgesics should be avoided. In cases of infection, it can be taken alongside antibiotics as prescribed by a physician. In case of overdose, even if there are no symptoms, you must go to the hospital immediately for appropriate treatment, and medications to protect the liver may be administered.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, thrombocytopenia, agranulocytosis, hemolytic anemia, impaired platelet function, anaphylaxis, hypersensitivity, angioedema, hypotension, skin rashes, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis, liver damage, liver necrosis, acute pancreatitis, chronic hepatitis, nephrotoxicity, myocardial necrosis

Mild side effects

• Nausea
• vomiting
• loss of appetite
• fixed rash
• pruritic (itchy) rash
• rash
• elevated AST
• elevated ALT
• hyperglutaminemia (HAGMA)

Drug interactions

This medication should not be taken with barbiturates, tricyclic antidepressants, or other anti-inflammatory (anti-pain) medications. Consult a physician or pharmacist if taken alongside lithium or thiazide diuretics. Patients on long-term warfarin should consult a physician or pharmacist.

This medication must be stored in a tightly closed container to prevent exposure to air or moisture, and should be kept at room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius. Storing it this way helps maintain the medication's effectiveness for a long time.

Appearance

Transparent orange oval soft gel capsule with a clear pale yellow liquid inside

Package unit

10 capsules (10 capsules/PTP×1)