Acetwon Q 500mg (Acetaminophen)

Adult dose

For children and adults aged 12 years and older: Take 1 to 2 packets at a time, 3-4 times a day (every 4-6 hours) as needed, placing it directly on the tongue without water. Do not exceed 4 grams (8 packets) per day. This medicine should be taken for the shortest duration possible at the minimum effective dose.

This medicine can burden the liver, so those who regularly consume more than 3 glasses of alcohol daily should consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking this medicine. If severe rash, blisters, or allergic reactions occur during this medication, it should be stopped immediately and medical advice should be sought. As it contains acetaminophen, care must be taken not to exceed the maximum daily dosage of 4,000mg, and it should not be taken with other acetaminophen-containing medications. Those who are allergic to this drug or have peptic ulcers, severe liver, kidney, or heart diseases should avoid taking it. Additionally, patients with aspirin-induced asthma or those taking certain antidepressants and barbiturates should not use this medication. If there is liver or kidney disease, peptic ulcers, blood abnormalities, heart problems, asthma, elderly patients, or pregnant or breastfeeding women, it is essential to consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking this medication. Especially for those taking other medications, it is important to consult a professional due to the possibility of drug interactions. If symptoms such as sudden breathing difficulties, skin rash, vomiting, bleeding, cyanosis occur during the use of this medication, it should be stopped immediately and medical attention should be sought. In case of overdose, severe damage may occur to the liver and kidneys, so treatment should be sought immediately even if there are no symptoms. For long-term use, regular blood tests and liver function tests should be performed, and if symptoms persist or worsen, consultation with a professional is necessary. Children and the elderly should take the minimum effective dose and pay special attention to adverse reactions. This medication contains lactose, so individuals with lactose intolerance or related genetic disorders should not take it. When storing, it should be kept in its original container and sealed, and stored in a cool place out of reach of children.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling, chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe allergic reactions, severe rash with high fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in oral/ocular mucosa, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis, respiratory problems, liver abnormalities (jaundice), sudden and severe headaches, thunderclap headaches, seizures, confusion, vision problems, paralysis, significant decrease in urine output

Mild side effects

• Nausea
• vomiting
• loss of appetite
• pruritic rash
• rash
• fixed rash
• platelet function reduction
• cyanosis
• metabolic acidosis with high anion gap
• elevated liver enzymes AST and ALT

This medicine may be sensitive to air and moisture, so it should be stored in a tightly sealed container. It is best to maintain a storage temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature. This will help to keep the medication effective for a longer period.

Appearance

White or pale yellow lemon-flavored powder

Package unit

10 packets/box