
Key information summary
Efficacy & effects
This medication alleviates various types of pain such as headaches, toothaches, and sore throats, and it soothes pain in different areas such as joint pain, muscle pain, and neuralgia. It also alleviates menstrual pain and pain caused by trauma. Additionally, it has antipyretic effects that lower body temperature during chills and fever. It is used for improving various types of pain and fever symptoms.
Dosage
For ages 15 and older, take 1 packet (1,100mg) up to three times a day. Maintain intervals of at least 4 hours between doses and avoid taking it on an empty stomach.
Precautions
This drug 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 taking it. During the use of this medication, serious skin reactions such as severe rashes or blisters may occur, and if such symptoms arise, discontinue use immediately and consult a professional. Since it contains acetaminophen, great care should be taken not to exceed the maximum daily dosage of 4,000mg, and it should not be taken with other medications containing acetaminophen. Individuals with a known allergy to this drug or its components, those who have previously caused asthma, and infants under three months old should not take this medication. Combining with other antipyretics, cold medications, or sedatives should be avoided. Children who have or are suspected of having chickenpox or influenza, those with allergic tendencies or previous drug allergy symptoms, individuals with liver, kidney, heart, thyroid diseases, diabetes, hypertension, elderly individuals, pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult a professional before taking this medication. If symptoms such as rash, itching, vomiting, dizziness, or swelling appear while taking this medication, discontinue use immediately and consult a professional, and particularly if symptoms of urticaria, breathing difficulties, or severe skin disorders develop, urgent medical help should be sought. It is generally recommended that children under age 2 do not take this medication, and in cases of necessity, a doctor's evaluation is required. When taking this medication, it is important to follow the prescribed dosage and keep the duration of use short. Care should be taken to avoid regular, long-term use. When administering to children, parental supervision is required, and alcohol consumption should be avoided during treatment. Certain drugs may reduce the metabolism of acetaminophen, so if other medications are being taken, it is essential to inform a healthcare professional. Additionally, taking this medication with specific antibiotics like flucloxacillin may rarely cause serious metabolic disturbances, so caution is advised in such cases, and use should be discontinued if abnormal symptoms are suspected.
Side effects
Urticaria, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor → severe allergic reactions Severe rash, blisters, skin peeling, mucosal pain in mouth/eyes with fever → severe skin adverse reactions Asthma Yellowing of skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme lethargy → liver abnormality (jaundice)
Interactions
Do not take this medication together with other antipyretics, cold medications, or sedatives. Consult a doctor or pharmacist when taking with diabetes medications, gout medications, arthritis medications, anticoagulants, steroids, barbiturates, or tricyclic antidepressants.