Toruphanjeong (Acetaminophen)

Adult dose

For adults, the recommended dosage of acetaminophen is 0.3-1.0 g per dose, taken orally 3-4 times a day. The maximum daily dosage can reach 4 g, adjusted according to age, condition, and symptoms.

Child dose

For children, the dosage is 10-15 mg/kg per dose every 4-6 hours as needed, not exceeding a maximum of 5 doses (75 mg/kg) per day. The dosage per dose varies based on weight or age. For example,

This medication may cause liver damage if taken by individuals who regularly consume more than three alcoholic beverages a day; therefore, it is essential to consult a doctor or pharmacist. During treatment with this drug, there may be severe rashes or symptoms like pustules on the skin; if these symptoms occur, treatment must be stopped immediately, and medical advice should be sought. This drug contains acetaminophen, so care must be taken not to exceed the maximum recommended daily dose of 4,000 mg, and it should not be taken concurrently with other acetaminophen-containing products. Individuals allergic to this drug or those with peptic ulcers, severe liver impairment, kidney impairment, or decreased cardiac function should not use it. People taking aspirin, certain antidepressants, or barbiturates should also avoid this medication. Patients with liver or kidney problems, those with a tendency to bleeding, the elderly, pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking it. Should sudden shortness of breath, facial swelling, severe rash, vomiting, or abdominal pain occur, discontinue use immediately and inform healthcare personnel. Those using it for an extended period should undergo regular tests such as liver function tests and adjust the dosage or discontinue use if abnormalities are found. This medication should be stored out of reach of children and kept in its original container to prevent misuse or deterioration in quality.

Serious side effects

Urticaria, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe rash with high fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in mucous membranes of mouth/eyes, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, anaphylaxis, hypersensitivity, shock, asthma attack, mucocutaneous syndrome, skin rash, liver abnormalities (jaundice), liver damage, abnormal liver function (increased AST, ALT), sudden and very severe headache

Mild side effects

Nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, pruritic (itchy) rash, rash, fixed rash, chronic hepatitis, acute pancreatitis, chronic necrosis, nephrotoxicity, platelet function reduction (prolonged bleeding time), thrombocytopenia, agranulocytosis, hemolytic anemia, methemoglobinemia, cyanosis, facial swelling, hypotension, sweating

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent air exposure and is best kept at room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius. This storage method helps maintain the drug's effectiveness for a longer duration.

Appearance

White rectangular film-coated tablet

Package unit

10 T/PTP