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Acetaminophen (Tylenol)

Disclaimer: The below information is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice. It is provided for educational and reference purposes only. You assume full responsibility for how you choose to use this information. Please call your primary care provider or our ParentSmartTM Healthline with any questions. Pediatric nurses are available 24/7 at 720-777-0123.

You can take acetaminophen if you have pain or fever.

Dose:

  • Regular Strength Tylenol: Take 2 pills (650 mg) every 4-6 hours. Each pill has 325 mg of acetaminophen. Do not take more than 10 pills per day.
  • Extra Strength Tylenol: Take 2 pills (1,000 mg) every 8 hours. Each pill has 500 mg of acetaminophen. Do not take more than 6 pills per day.
  • In some cases your doctor may recommend a different or higher dose.

Extra Notes and Warnings:

  • This is an over-the-counter (OTC) drug. You can buy it at the drugstore.
  • Acetaminophen is in OTC and prescription drugs. It might be in more than one drug you are taking. Be careful how much you take. Too much of this drug can hurt the liver.
  • Do not take this drug if you have liver disease.
  • Do not take this drug if you drink three or more alcoholic drinks every day.

Common Brand Names:

  • Acephen
  • Anacin Asprin Free
  • Feverall
  • Liquiprin
  • Panadol
  • Tylenol

Other Names:

  • Paracetamol

Read the instructions and warnings on the package insert for all medicines you take.