Tacenol Tablet 160 mg (Acetaminophen)

Child dose

Children under 12 years old should take the recommended dose every 4-6 hours as needed. This medication should be taken for the shortest duration at the minimum effective dose, not exceeding 5 doses per day (75 mg/kg).

This medication may burden the liver, so individuals who regularly consume more than three drinks a day should consult a physician or pharmacist before taking this medication. If a rash or blister develops on the skin while taking this medication, or if severe allergic reactions occur, stop taking it immediately and consult a healthcare professional. Since it contains acetaminophen, it is important to ensure that the maximum daily dosage of 4,000 mg is not exceeded, and it should not be taken with other acetaminophen-containing medications. Do not take this medication if you are allergic to it or have gastrointestinal ulcers, severe blood disorders, liver or kidney dysfunction, or heart failure. Those with a history of aspirin-induced asthma or those taking certain medications should definitely consult a professional before using this medication. Patients with a history of liver or kidney disease, bleeding tendencies, elderly individuals, and women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should thoroughly consult with a physician or pharmacist before taking this medication. If severe allergic reactions, respiratory difficulties, skin rashes, vomiting, or abdominal pain occur while taking this medication, stop using it immediately and consult a healthcare professional. If taken for a long time, regular liver function tests and blood tests should be performed, and if there are abnormalities, the dosage should be adjusted or discontinued. Children or the elderly should take the minimum dosage and be closely monitored afterward. Avoid taking this medication with other anti-inflammatory pain relievers, and if pain or fever symptoms persist, consult a professional. If an overdose occurs, go to the hospital immediately and receive appropriate treatment, and keep out of reach of children. Medications should be stored in their original containers and not transferred to other containers for safety.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), difficulty breathing, asthma attack, anaphylactic reaction, thrombocytopenia, granulocytopenia, hemolytic anemia, impaired platelet function, mucocutaneous syndrome (Stevens-Johnson syndrome), toxic epidermal necrolysis (TEN), severe allergic reactions, severe skin adverse reactions, severe edema, serious liver abnormalities (jaundice), acute pancreatitis, chronic hepatitis, liver necrosis, nephrotoxicity, myocardial necrosis

Mild side effects

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

Drug interactions

Consult a physician or pharmacist if this medication is taken with barbiturates, tricyclic antidepressants, warfarin, lithium, or thiazide diuretics.

Food interactions

Caution is needed when taking this medication with alcohol.

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to protect it from air and moisture. It is best to keep it at room temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius. Maintaining the proper storage temperature will safely preserve the medication's effectiveness.

Appearance

White round tablet

Package unit

20 tablets/bottle