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What is Tylenol?
Acetaminophen is used to relieve pain and reduce fever. Unlike aspirin, it does not relieve the redness, stiffness, or swelling caused by rheumatoid arthritis. However, it may relieve the pain caused by mild forms of arthritis.
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Also known as Acetaminophen, APAP, Acetominophen, benadryl, Paracetamol, allegra-d, apra
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Altenol
Decongestant and analgesic combinations are taken by mouth to relieve sinus and nasal congestion (stuffy nose) and headache of colds, allergy, and hay fever. Read more on
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Allerx-D
Cough/cold combinations are used mainly to relieve the cough due to colds, influenza, or hay fever. They are not to be used for the chronic cough that occurs with smoking, asthma, or emphysema or when there is an unusually large amount of mucus or phlegm (pronounced flem) with the cough. Read more on
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Altenol
Acetaminophen is used to relieve pain and reduce fever. Unlike aspirin, it does not relieve the redness, stiffness, or swelling caused by rheumatoid arthritis. However, it may relieve the pain caused by mild forms of arthritis. Read more on
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Tylenol
Each Regular Strength TYLENOL Tablet contains acetaminophen 325 mg. Each Extra Strength TYLENOL Gelcap, Geltab, Caplet, or Tablet contains acetaminophen 500 mg. Extra Strength TYLENOL Adult Liquid is alcohol-free and each 15 mL (1/2 fl oz or one tablespoonful) contains 500 mg acetaminophen. Each TYLENOL Arthritis Pain Extended Relief Caplet and each TYLENOL 8 Hour Extended Release Geltab/caplet contains acetaminophen 650 mg. Read more on
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Tylenol
Each Regular Strength TYLENOL Tablet contains acetaminophen 325 mg. Each Extra Strength TYLENOL Gelcap, Geltab, Caplet, or Tablet contains acetaminophen 500 mg. Extra Strength TYLENOL Adult Liquid is alcohol-free and each 15 mL (1/2 fl oz or one tablespoonful) contains 500 mg acetaminophen. Each TYLENOL Arthritis Pain Extended Relief Caplet and each TYLENOL 8 Hour Extended Release Geltab/caplet contains acetaminophen 650 mg. Read more on
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Tylenol
Regular Strength TYLENOL Tablets, Extra Strength TYLENOL Gelcaps, Geltabs, Caplets, or Tablets: temporarily relieves minor aches and pains due to: headache · muscular aches · backache · arthritis the common cold · toothache · menstrual cramps Read more on
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Contents
Description and Clinical Pharmacology
Each Regular Strength TYLENOL Tablet contains acetaminophen 325 mg. Each Extra Strength TYLENOL Gelcap, Geltab, Caplet, or Tablet contains acetaminophen 500 mg. Extra Strength TYLENOL Adult Liquid is alcohol-free and each 15 mL (1/2 fl oz or one tablespoonful) contains 500 mg acetaminophen. Each TYLENOL Arthritis Pain Extended Relief Caplet and each TYLENOL 8 Hour Extended Release Geltab/caplet contains acetaminophen 650 mg.
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Drug Interactions, Overdosage and Contraindications
TYLENOL drug label information in our database does not contain a dedicated section on drug interactions. Please check subsections of WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS as well as other sources.
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Indications and Dosage
Regular Strength TYLENOL Tablets, Extra Strength TYLENOL Gelcaps, Geltabs, Caplets, or Tablets: temporarily relieves minor aches and pains due to: headache · muscular aches · backache · arthritis the common cold · toothache · menstrual cramps
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Other Rx Information
do not use if carton is opened or red neck wrap or foil inner seal imprinted with "Safety Seal" is broken store between 20-25°C (68-77°F)
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Side Effects
Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.
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Summary
Each Regular Strength TYLENOL Tablet contains acetaminophen 325 mg. Each Extra Strength TYLENOL Gelcap, Geltab, Caplet, or Tablet contains acetaminophen 500 mg. Extra Strength TYLENOL Adult Liquid is alcohol-free and each 15 mL (1/2 fl oz or one tablespoonful) contains 500 mg acetaminophen. Each TYLENOL Arthritis Pain Extended Relief Caplet and each TYLENOL 8 Hour Extended Release Geltab/caplet contains acetaminophen 650 mg.
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Warnings and Precautions
Regular Strength TYLENOL Tablets, Extra Strength TYLENOL Gelcaps, Geltabs, Caplets, or Tablets, Extra Strength TYLENOL Liquid
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