Tylenol 8-Hour Extended-Release Tablets 650 mg (Acetaminophen)

Adult dosage

Take 2 tablets every 8 hours. Do not exceed 6 tablets in 24 hours.

Children's dosage

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

This medication can put a strain on the liver, so individuals who regularly consume more than three glasses of alcohol daily should consult a doctor or pharmacist before use. Rarely, severe skin reactions may occur with this medication, so if skin rash or hypersensitivity reactions occur, discontinue use immediately and consult a healthcare professional. Contains acetaminophen; be careful not to exceed the maximum daily dosage, and do not use with other acetaminophen-containing products. People who are allergic to this medication, those with peptic ulcers, serious blood disorders, significantly impaired liver or kidney function, cardiac dysfunction, a history of aspirin-induced asthma, individuals taking certain medications, and children under 12 years of age should not take this medication. As an extended-release formulation, do not crush or chew the tablets; swallow them whole. Individuals with liver or kidney disease, peptic ulcers, blood disorders, bleeding tendencies, heart dysfunction, hypersensitivity, asthma, elderly individuals, or those pregnant or breastfeeding, as well as those taking certain medications, should consult a healthcare professional before use. If experiencing symptoms such as difficulty breathing, skin rash, severe nausea, vomiting, gastrointestinal bleeding, mucosal damage, or symptoms of hepatitis during the course of treatment, stop taking the medication immediately and consult a healthcare professional. Regular blood tests and liver function tests are required during prolonged use, and if symptoms persist or worsen, consult a healthcare professional. In case of overdose, there is a risk of liver damage, so seek medical attention promptly even if there are no symptoms.

Serious side effects

• Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, paleness (anaphylaxis)
• Severe rash with high fever, blisters, skin shedding, mucosal pain in the mouth/eyes (Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis)
• Rash, allergic reactions, mucocutaneous syndrome (Stevens-Johnson syndrome), toxic epidermal necrolysis
• Difficulty breathing or shortness of breath, asthma attacks
• Liver abnormalities (jaundice) related symptoms

Mild side effects

Nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, pruritic (itchy) rash, rash, elevated AST, elevated ALT, fixed rash, thrombocytopenia, granulocytopenia, hemolytic anemia, impaired platelet function (prolonged bleeding time), cyanosis, high anion gap metabolic acidosis (HAGMA), chronic hepatitis, acute pancreatitis, nephrotoxicity

Drug interactions

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

Food interactions

Do not take this medication with alcohol.

Store this medication in a tightly sealed container to prevent air exposure, ideally at room temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. Proper storage will help maintain the medication's effectiveness and safety.

Appearance

White, rectangular, extended-release film-coated tablets

Package unit

500 tablets/bottle