Dikyu Pen Max Tablet 500mg (Acetaminophen)

Adult dose

Take 1-2 tablets 3-4 times a day as needed (every 4-6 hours). Do not exceed the maximum daily dose of 4g (8 tablets). This medication should be taken for the shortest duration necessary at the minimum effective dose.

Child dose

Children aged 12 years and older may take 1-2 tablets 3-4 times a day as needed (every 4-6 hours). Do not exceed the maximum daily dose of 4g (8 tablets). This medication should be taken for the shortest duration necessary at the minimum effective dose.

This medication can put a strain on the liver, so individuals who regularly consume more than three alcoholic beverages daily should consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking it. Rarely, serious skin reactions may occur while taking this medication, so if you notice any rash or allergic symptoms, stop taking it immediately and consult a professional. Be cautious not to exceed the maximum daily dose of 4,000mg due to the acetaminophen content, and avoid taking it with other acetaminophen-containing medicines. Do not take this medication if you are allergic to it or have a history of peptic ulcer, severe liver, kidney, or heart diseases. Especially, individuals with aspirin-induced asthma or those taking certain antidepressants and barbiturates should avoid using this medication. People with liver or kidney problems, a tendency to bleed, older adults, and women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking it. If you experience unusual symptoms such as shortness of breath, facial flushing, hives, severe vomiting, skin rash, or bleeding while taking this medication, stop taking it immediately and consult a healthcare professional. For long-term use, it is important to regularly check blood tests and liver function tests to ensure there are no abnormalities. If pain or fever symptoms persist, do not take it long-term and consult an expert; avoid taking it with other anti-inflammatory pain relievers.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweats, pallor, severe rash with high fever, blisters, skin peeling, oral/ocular mucosal pain, mucocutaneous syndrome (Stevens-Johnson syndrome), toxic epidermal necrolysis, asthma attacks, jaundice, severe malaise, sudden and severe headache, seizures, altered consciousness, visual disturbances, paralysis, significantly reduced urine output, severe systemic issues

Mild side effects

Nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, rash, pruritic rash, fixed drug eruption, AST elevation, ALT elevation, fatigue, hyperglutaminemia, thrombocytopenia, agranulocytosis, hemolytic anemia, impaired platelet function (prolonged bleeding time), cyanosis, high ion-gradient metabolic acidosis, chronic liver necrosis, acute pancreatitis, chronic hepatitis, nephrotoxicity, liver necrosis, kidney necrosis, myocardial necrosis

Drug interactions

This medication should be taken with caution when used with barbiturates, tricyclic antidepressants, lithium, and thiazide diuretics; consult with a doctor or pharmacist.

Food interactions

Caution is required when taking this medication with alcohol.

Store this medication in an airtight container that does not allow air to pass through, preferably between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature. Proper storage will help maintain the medication's effectiveness for a longer period.

Appearance

White, oblong film-coated tablet

Package unit

10 tablets/box [10 tablets/PPT], 30 tablets/bottle