Tylenol Soft Capsules (Acetaminophen)

Adult dose

Take 2 capsules at a time 3 to 4 times a day (every 4 to 6 hours) as needed. Do not exceed 4 grams (12 capsules) in a day. This medication should be taken at the minimum effective dose for the shortest duration possible.

Child dose

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

This medication may put a strain on the liver, so individuals who consume more than three glasses of alcohol regularly should consult with a doctor or pharmacist before taking it. If you experience severe rash or blisters on the skin or abnormalities in the mucous membranes while taking this medication, you should stop taking it immediately and consult a professional. Since it contains acetaminophen, be careful not to exceed the maximum daily dose, and do not take it with other medications containing acetaminophen. People who are allergic to this medication, have peptic ulcers, or severe liver, kidney, or heart diseases should not take it. Also, avoid this medication if you have a history of aspirin-induced asthma or are taking certain medications. Those with liver, kidney, or heart problems, the elderly, pregnant women, nursing mothers, or those with a history of blood disorders should consult a professional before taking this medication. If difficulties in breathing, facial swelling, severe skin rash, nausea, or bleeding symptoms occur during use, stop taking it immediately and seek medical advice. If taken for a long time, regular blood tests and liver function tests are necessary, and if symptoms persist or worsen, seek medical care. This medication should be administered in minimal doses to children and the elderly, and it is advisable not to use it with other anti-inflammatory pain relievers. In case of overdose, even if there are no symptoms, you should go to the hospital immediately for liver protection treatment. Store this medication in a cool place out of reach of children, and it is safer not to transfer it to another container.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, paleness, anaphylaxis reaction, severe skin adverse reactions (acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis), asthma attack, thrombocytopenia, granulocytopenia, hemolytic anemia, cyanosis, hypersensitivity symptoms, tendency to bleed, severe edema, liver abnormalities (symptoms resembling jaundice), acute liver necrosis, liver and kidney failure due to overdose

Mild side effects

Nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, itchy rash, rash, platelet function reduction, high fever, chronic hepatitis, acute pancreatitis, kidney toxicity, impaired liver function (increased ALT, AST), fixed rash, fatigue

Drug interactions

Do not take this medication with barbiturates, tricyclic antidepressants, or other anti-inflammatory (anti-inflammatory) pain relievers. Consult with a doctor or pharmacist when taking it with warfarin (long-term use), lithium, or thiazide diuretics.

Food interactions

Do not take this medication with alcohol.

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to protect it from air and moisture. It is advisable to maintain a storage temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

A transparent oval soft capsule containing a colorless to light yellow (pale yellow) liquid

Package unit

For oral use - 10 capsules/PTP [(10 capsules/PTP×1)]