Tylenol is a pain reliever and fever reducer that is available without a prescription. This eMedTV page explains how the medication works to relieve fever and inflammation, lists the various strengths available, and describes possible side effects.
Unless you take too much of the drug, Tylenol side effects are not likely to occur. This section of the eMedTV library lists potentially serious but uncommon side effects that may occur if you overdose on Tylenol.
Minor aches and pains caused by arthritis, headaches, and other conditions can be treated with Tylenol. This eMedTV article lists other specific Tylenol uses (including off-label uses) and explains whether the drug is approved for use in children.
The recommended Tylenol dosage for regular/extra-strength versions is two tablets every four to six hours. This eMedTV page lists dosing guidelines for other forms of Tylenol, including Children's Tylenol, and offers precautions for taking the drug.
Medications that may cause Tylenol drug interactions include warfarin, carbamazepine, and isoniazid. This eMedTV Web page lists other medicines that may interact with Tylenol and explains what may happen if you take these drugs together.
Tylenol can potentially cause liver damage. This page on the eMedTV Web site offers more important Tylenol warnings and precautions, including a list of other possible complications that may occur and information on who should not take the drug.
Tylenol is considered one of the safest pain relievers for use during pregnancy. This eMedTV Web page offers more information on Tylenol and pregnancy, including an explanation of the possible complications the drug could cause in pregnant women.
Tylenol is generally considered to be the safest pain reliever for nursing women. This eMedTV page explains whether breastfeeding is safe while taking Tylenol and discusses the importance of talking to your doctor about your situation.
In the first 24 hours after a Tylenol overdose, you may experience diarrhea, nausea, or irritability. This eMedTV article lists other possible symptoms, discusses the dangers of Tylenol overdose, and explains what treatment options are available.
Drinking while taking Tylenol can increase your risk for acetaminophen poisoning. This eMedTV resource discusses the link between Tylenol and alcohol in more detail and describes the possible complications that may occur if you combine the two.
Tylenol is one of the most common causes of poisonings worldwide. This article from the eMedTV archives discusses both intentional and accidental Tylenol poisoning in more detail and explains how you can help prevent an accidental overdose.
A wide variety of generic Tylenol products is available. This portion of the eMedTV Web site explains what names these generic products may be sold under and explains whether the generic version is equivalent to the brand-name drug.
