Extra Strength Tylenol

— THERAPEUTIC CATEGORIES —
  • Nonnarcotic analgesics

Extra Strength Tylenol Generic Name & Formulations

General Description

Acetaminophen 500mg; tabs; caplets; geltabs; gelcaps.

Pharmacological Class

Analgesic/antipyretic.

How Supplied

Tabs 325mg—100; Ext str tabs—30, 60, 100, 200; Ext str caplets—10, 24, 50, 100, 175, 250; Ext str geltabs—24, 50, 100; Ext str gelcaps—24, 50, 100, 225; Ext str rapid-release gels—72, 100; Ext str GoTabs—6; Adult liq—8oz

Extra Strength Tylenol Indications

Indications

Minor aches and pain. Fever.

Extra Strength Tylenol Dosage and Administration

Adult

1g every 4–6 hours; max 4g/day.

Children

Use pediatric forms.

Extra Strength Tylenol Contraindications

Not Applicable

Extra Strength Tylenol Boxed Warnings

Not Applicable

Extra Strength Tylenol Warnings/Precautions

Warnings/Precautions

Hepatic dysfunction. Pregnancy. Nursing mothers.

Extra Strength Tylenol Pharmacokinetics

See Literature

Extra Strength Tylenol Interactions

Interactions

Hepatotoxicity risk increased by chronic, heavy alcohol use.

Extra Strength Tylenol Adverse Reactions

Adverse Reactions

Hepatotoxicity (overdosage).

Extra Strength Tylenol Clinical Trials

See Literature

Extra Strength Tylenol Note

Not Applicable

Extra Strength Tylenol Patient Counseling

See Literature