Alpha Acetaminophen Tablet 500 mg

Adult dose

Adults should take acetaminophen 0.3-1.0g as a single dose orally 3-4 times a day. The maximum daily dose can be up to 4g, adjusted according to age, disease, and symptoms.

Child dose

Children should take the single dose orally 3-4 times a day. 11-14 years: 200-400mg 7-10 years: 150-300mg 3-6 years: 100-200mg 1-2 years: 60-120mg 3 months-1 year

This medication may put strain on the liver, so individuals who regularly consume more than three drinks a day should consult with a doctor or pharmacist before use. If any unusual symptoms such as rashes, itching, or red spots appear on the skin during this medication, stop taking it immediately and consult a specialist. This medication contains acetaminophen, so care must be taken not to exceed the maximum daily dose of 4,000mg, and taking it with other acetaminophen-containing medications increases the risk of liver damage. Those who are allergic to this medication, have peptic ulcers, severe liver or kidney disorders, reduced heart function, or have a history of aspirin-induced asthma should not take it. Individuals taking barbiturates or tricyclic antidepressants, or who have consumed alcohol should also avoid taking this medication. Those with liver or kidney problems, hypersensitivity, bronchial asthma, bleeding tendencies, elderly individuals, pregnant or breastfeeding individuals, long-term users of warfarin, or those taking lithium or thiazide diuretics should consult a specialist before use. If symptoms such as shortness of breath, facial flushing, hives, severe nausea, vomiting, gastrointestinal bleeding, skin rashes, or severe hepatitis symptoms occur, stop taking it immediately and consult healthcare professionals. Patients on chronic illness treatments should undergo regular blood tests and liver function tests. If any signs of abnormality occur, adjust or discontinue the dosage. Children, elderly, and those with chronic diseases should take the minimum dosage and be closely monitored after taking it. Avoid taking it with other nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, and if pain or fever symptoms persist, consult a professional. In the case of overdose, even if there are no symptoms, immediate treatment at a hospital is required, and medications to protect the liver should be administered. Keep this medication out of the reach of children, and store it in its original container in a sealed manner.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, shock, anaphylaxis-like symptoms, asthma attacks, skin rashes, severe skin adverse reactions (acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis), mucocutaneous syndrome, severe allergic reactions, severe swelling, severe liver damage, liver abnormalities (jaundice), acute liver necrosis, severe neurological symptoms (confusion, seizures, visual disturbances)

Mild side effects

Nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, pruritic (itching) rash, rash, fixed rash, increased AST, increased ALT, chronic hepatitis, acute pancreatitis, nephrotoxicity, prolonged bleeding time, platelet dysfunction, thrombocytopenia, granulocytopenia, hemolytic anemia, methemoglobinemia, cyanosis, high anion gap metabolic acidosis (HAGMA), hypersensitivity reactions (facial swelling, sweating, hypotension), hypersensitivity, anaphylactic reactions

Drug interactions

Do not take this medication with other anti-inflammatory (anti-inflammatory) pain relievers, other products containing acetaminophen, barbiturate drugs, or tricyclic antidepressants. Patients taking warfarin, lithium, or thiazide diuretics should consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking this medication.

Food interactions

Do not take this medication with alcohol.

This medication is sensitive to light, so it should be stored in a special container that blocks light. This will prevent the drug's components from changing and maintain its effectiveness.

Appearance

Pale yellow oval tablets.

Package unit

For domestic use - 10 tablets/PTP, For domestic use - 1000 tablets/bottle