Medication info

Children's Tylenol 160 mg (Acetaminophen)

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Ingredient · strength
Acetaminophen Granules›177.778mg / 1 packet
Manufacturer / importer
한국존슨앤드존슨판매(유)
Appearance
A powder with a white to off-white color and berry fragrance contained in a laminated pouch.
Packaging
12 packets/box
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 202005623 · Approved 2020.08.03

Summary

Main use
Relief of cold (fever, pain) and pain (headache, neuralgia)
Who takes it
Children
Child dose
For children aged 7 to 12 years, the recommended dose should be taken directly on the tongue every 4 to 6 hours as needed without water. This medication should be taken at the minimum effective dose for the shortest duration possible, and should not exceed 5 doses a day (75mg/k

Ingredients

Importer
한국존슨앤드존슨판매(유)

Efficacy & effects

Relief of cold (fever, pain) and pain (headache, neuralgia)

  • Fever
  • pain
  • headache
  • neuralgia
  • muscle pain
  • menstrual pain
  • sprain pain
  • toothache
  • joint pain
  • rheumatic pain
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This medication is effective in relieving fever and pain caused by colds, headaches, neuralgia, muscle pain, menstrual pain, and sprain pain. It can also be used for various pains such as toothache, joint pain, and rheumatic pain. Therefore, it helps improve various pain and fever symptoms.

How to take

Child dose

For children aged 7 to 12 years, the recommended dose should be taken directly on the tongue every 4 to 6 hours as needed without water. This medication should be taken at the minimum effective dose for the shortest duration possible, and should not exceed 5 doses a day (75mg/k

Precautions

This medication can affect the liver, so individuals who regularly consume more than three alcoholic drinks a day should consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking this medication. During the use of this medication, very rarely severe skin reactions may occur. If such symptoms appear, discontinue use immediately and consult a healthcare professional. Care must be taken to not exceed the maximum daily dosage, as it contains acetaminophen, and it should not be taken with other products containing acetaminophen. Individuals with allergic reactions, peptic ulcer, severe liver or kidney dysfunction, or heart failure should avoid using this medication. Those taking aspirin, certain antidepressants, or barbiturates should also refrain from using this product. Individuals with liver or kidney disorders, peptic ulcers, blood abnormalities, tendency to bleed, asthma, elderly patients, children under 2 years old, pregnant or breastfeeding women must consult a professional before taking this medication. If serious adverse symptoms such as difficulty breathing, severe skin rash, vomiting, or bleeding occur, discontinue use immediately and consult a healthcare provider. Regular blood tests and liver function tests are required during long-term use, and dose adjustments or discontinuation may be necessary if abnormalities are detected. Avoid taking with other anti-inflammatory analgesics, and consult a healthcare professional if pain or fever symptoms persist for an extended period. In case of overdose, seek medical attention immediately, and keep this medication in a tightly closed container out of reach of children.

Side effects and when to seek care immediately

Serious side effects

  • Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor → severe allergic reaction
  • Severe rash, blisters, skin peeling, mucosal pain in mouth/eyes with high fever → severe skin adverse reactions
  • Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis
  • Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attack, respiratory distress with cough + fever
  • Yellowing of skin or eyes

Mild side effects

Nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, pruritic rash, fixed rash, decreased platelet function, prolonged bleeding time, cyanosis, high-anion-gap metabolic acidosis (HAGMA), chronic hepatitis, acute pancreatitis, renal toxicity, elevated AST, elevated ALT

Not everyone experiences these, and they can vary from person to person.

Interactions

Drug interactions

Consult with a doctor or pharmacist if taking this medication with barbiturates, tricyclic antidepressants, other anti-inflammatory (anti-inflammatory) analgesics, warfarin, or flucloxacillin.

Food interactions

Do not take this medication with alcohol.

Storage

Store this medication in a tightly closed container to prevent air or moisture from entering, and it is recommended to keep it at room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius. This will help maintain the effectiveness of the medication and ensure safe use.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

A powder with a white to off-white color and berry fragrance contained in a laminated pouch.

Package unit

12 packets/box

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This drug information is based on data provided by the Korea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
Consult a doctor or pharmacist for accurate dosage, administration, and usage instructions.