Tylenol 8 Hours (Acetaminophen) belongs to a group of medicines called analgesics (pain relievers) and antipyretics (Fever reducers). It works quickly to relieve pain caused by conditions such as headache and osteoarthritis, and to reduce fever caused by infection.
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Always read the product label and follow the instructions. Tylenol 8 Hours (Acetaminophen) is used in many non-prescription and prescription medications, including products for cough and cold, pain relief, and headache pain.
Take the smallest amount of medication that works for you. Never take more than the maximum daily dose.
Take only one product that contains Tylenol 8 Hours (Acetaminophen) at a time. Tylenol 8 Hours (Acetaminophen) is in many products and you could accidentally take too much if you're using more than one product at the same time.
Tylenol 8 Hours (Acetaminophen) can be used by all age groups in recommended doses.
Children (general): The dose of Tylenol 8 Hours (Acetaminophen) for children is based on body size. Usually, it is calculated as 10 mg to 15 mg per kilogram of body weight, every 4 to 6 hours. No more than 65 mg/kg should be given in a 24-hour period. Children should not take more than 5 doses in 24 hours unless advised by a doctor. For children under 6 months of age, consult a doctor.
Children's liquid medications should be given using a calibrated dosing device, such as an oral syringe. This ensures that you are giving your child the right amount. Some formulations of liquid Tylenol 8 Hours (Acetaminophen) contain different concentrations of Tylenol 8 Hours (Acetaminophen). Pay careful attention to the concentration on the label and the calculated dose volume.
Adults: The dose of Tylenol 8 Hours (Acetaminophen) for adults is 325 mg to 650 mg every 4 to 6 hours. Do not take more than 4,000 mg in a 24-hour period. If you are taking the extended-release caplets, the recommended dose for adults and children over 12 years is 1300 mg taken every 8 hours.
Tylenol 8 Hours (Acetaminophen) products available without a prescription should not be used for longer than 5 days in a row for pain or 3 days in a row for fever. If you consume 3 or more alcoholic drinks in a day, do not take Tylenol 8 Hours (Acetaminophen) products, as your risk of liver damage is increased.
Many things can affect the dose of medication that a person needs, such as body weight, other medical conditions, and other medications. If your doctor has recommended a dose different from the ones listed here, do not change the way that you are taking the medication without talking to your doctor. Always take Tylenol 8 Hours (Acetaminophen) exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
Tylenol 8 Hours (Acetaminophen) is generally used as needed for pain or fever, except in the case of osteoarthritis and some other chronic conditions, when it is often taken on a regular basis in order to keep pain under control. In these circumstances, if you miss a dose of this medicine and you remember within an hour or so of the missed dose, take it as soon as you remember. However, if you do not remember until it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one. If you are not sure what to do after missing a dose, contact your doctor or pharmacist for advice.
Store Tylenol 8 Hours (Acetaminophen) at room temperature, protect it from light and moisture, and keep it out of the reach of children.
Do not dispose of medications in wastewater (e.g. down the sink or in the toilet) or in household garbage. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medications that are no longer needed or have expired.
Many medications can cause side effects. A side effect is an unwanted response to a medication when it is taken in normal doses. Side effects can be mild or severe, temporary or permanent.
The side effects listed below are not experienced by everyone who takes Tylenol 8 Hours (Acetaminophen). If you are concerned about side effects, discuss the risks and benefits of Tylenol 8 Hours (Acetaminophen) with your doctor.
The following side effects have been reported by at least 1% of people taking Tylenol 8 Hours (Acetaminophen). Many of these side effects can be managed, and some may go away on their own over time.
Contact your doctor if you experience these side effects and they are severe or bothersome. Your pharmacist may be able to advise you on managing side effects.
Stop taking the medication and seek immediate medical attention if any of the following occur:
Some people may experience side effects other than those listed. Check with your doctor if you notice any symptom that worries you while you are taking Tylenol 8 Hours (Acetaminophen).
Adults
Caplets
Regular Strength 325 mg
Each elongated, capsule-shaped white tablet, engraved "TYLENOL" on one side and "325" on the other side, contains 325 mg of Tylenol 8 Hours (Acetaminophen). Nonmedicinal ingredients: cellulose, cornstarch, hypromellose, magnesium stearate, polyethylene glycol, and sodium starch glycolate. Gluten-, lactose-, and tartrazine-free.
Extra Strength 500 mg
Each elongated, capsule-shaped white tablet, engraved "TYLENOL" on one side and "500" on the other side, contains 500 mg of Tylenol 8 Hours (Acetaminophen). Nonmedicinal ingredients: cellulose, cornstarch, hypromellose, magnesium stearate, polyethylene glycol, and sodium starch glycolate. Gluten-, lactose-, and tartrazine-free.
Gelcaps
Extra Strength 500 mg ("Rapid Release")
Each solid, capsule-shaped tablet, coated with red gelatin on one end, blue gelatin on the other end, a gray band between the two gelatin-coated ends, printed "TY" on one gelatin-coated end and "500" on the other gelatin-coated end, contains 500 mg of Tylenol 8 Hours (Acetaminophen). Nonmedicinal ingredients: butylparaben, carboxymethylcellulose sodium, cellulose, corn starch, FD&C Yellow No. 10, edetate calcium disodium, FD&C Blue No. 1, FD&C Red No. 40, gelatin, hypromellose, iron oxide black, iron oxide red, iron oxide yellow, magnesium stearate, methylparaben, polyethylene glycol, polysorbate 80, propylparaben, sodium lauryl sulfate, sodium propionate, sodium starch glycolate, and titanium dioxide. Gluten-, lactose-, and tartrazine-free.
Extended Release
Arthritis PAIN 650 mg
Each elongated, white extended release tablet, engraved "TYLENOL ER" on one side, contains 650 mg of Tylenol 8 Hours (Acetaminophen) (325 mg of immediate release Tylenol 8 Hours (Acetaminophen) and 325 mg of delayed release Tylenol 8 Hours (Acetaminophen) in a slow dissolving matrix). Nonmedicinal ingredients: carnauba wax, cellulose, cornstarch, hydroxyethyl cellulose, hypromellose, magnesium stearate, povidone, sodium starch glycolate, titanium dioxide, and triacetin. Gluten-, lactose-, and tartrazine-free.
Muscle Aches & Body Pain
Each elongated, white extended release tablet, engraved ''TYLENOL ER'' on one side, contains 650 mg of Tylenol 8 Hours (Acetaminophen) (325 mg of immediate release Tylenol 8 Hours (Acetaminophen) and 325 mg of delayed release Tylenol 8 Hours (Acetaminophen) in a slow dissolving matrix). Nonmedicinal ingredients: carnauba wax, cellulose, cornstarch, hydroxyethyl cellulose, hypromellose, magnesium stearate, povidone, sodium starch glycolate, titanium dioxide, and triacetin. Gluten-, lactose-, and tartrazine-free.
Tablets
Regular Strength 325 mg
Each round, white tablet, engraved "TYLENOL" one side and "325" the other side, contains 325 mg of Tylenol 8 Hours (Acetaminophen). Nonmedicinal ingredients: cellulose, cornstarch, magnesium stearate, and sodium starch glycolate. Gluten-, lactose-, and tartrazine-free.
Extra Strength 500 mg ("eZ TABS")
Each round, red, sweet-coated tablet, printed with "TYLENOL 500", contains 500 mg of Tylenol 8 Hours (Acetaminophen). Nonmedicinal ingredients: carnauba wax, cellulose, cornstarch, FD&C Red No. 40, FD&C Yellow No. 6, hypromellose, iron oxide black, polyethylene glycol, polysorbate 80, povidone, sodium starch glycolate, stearic acid, sucralose, and titanium dioxide. Gluten-, lactose-, and tartrazine-free.
Children
Tablets
Children's Tylenol
Tylenol 8 Hours (Acetaminophen) is available as an 80 mg tablet.
Junior Strength 160 mg
Tylenol 8 Hours (Acetaminophen) is available as a 160 mg tablet.
Junior Strength Fastmelts 160 mg
Tylenol 8 Hours (Acetaminophen) is available as a 160 mg tablet.
Children's Tylenol Fever & Sore Throat Pain 160 mg
Tylenol 8 Hours (Acetaminophen) is available as a 160 mg chewable tablet.
Bubblegum Burst Flavour
Each pink, 5/8" round troche tablet with characteristic bubblegum odour, debossed with "TY" over "160" on one side, contains 160 mg of Tylenol 8 Hours (Acetaminophen). Nonmedicinal ingredients: cellulose acetate, citric acid, FD&C Red No. 7, dextrose, flavour, magnesium stearate, povidone, and sucralose. Gluten-, lactose-, and tartrazine-free.
Grape Punch Flavour
Each purple, 5/8" round troche tablet with characteristic grape odour, debossed with "TY" over "160" on one side, contains 160 mg of Tylenol 8 Hours (Acetaminophen). Nonmedicinal ingredients: cellulose acetate, citric acid, FD&C Red No. 7, FD&C Red No. 30, dextrose, FD&C Blue No. 1, flavour, magnesium stearate, povidone, and sucralose. Gluten-, lactose-, and tartrazine-free.
Suspension
Children's 160 mg/5 mL (Banana Berry Twist)
Each 5 mL contains 160 mg of Tylenol 8 Hours (Acetaminophen) in a pink liquid vehicle with a strawberry-banana flavoured taste. Nonmedicinal ingredients: butylparaben, carboxymethylcellulose sodium, cellulose, citric acid, corn syrup, FD&C Red No. 40, flavour, glycerin, propylene glycol, purified water, sodium benzoate, sorbitol, and xanthan gum. Gluten-, lactose-, and tartrazine-free.
Children's 160 mg/5 mL (Bubblegum Burst)
Each 5 mL contains 160 mg of Tylenol 8 Hours (Acetaminophen) in a dark pink liquid vehicle with a bubble gum-flavoured taste. Nonmedicinal ingredients: butylparaben, carboxymethylcellulose sodium, cellulose, citric acid, corn syrup, FD&C Red No. 33, FD&C Red No. 40, flavour, glycerin, propylene glycol, purified water, sodium benzoate, sorbitol, and xanthan gum. Gluten-, lactose-, and tartrazine-free.
Children's 160 mg/5 mL (Grape Punch)
Each 5 mL contains 160 mg of Tylenol 8 Hours (Acetaminophen) in a purple liquid vehicle with a grape-flavoured taste. Nonmedicinal ingredients: butylparaben, carboxymethylcellulose sodium, cellulose, citric acid, corn syrup, FD&C Red No. 33, FD&C Blue No. 1, flavour, glycerin, propylene glycol, purified water, sodium benzoate, sorbitol, and xanthan gum. Gluten-, lactose-, and tartrazine-free.
Suspension Drops
Infants' 80 mg/mL (Cherry)
Each mL contains 80 mg of Tylenol 8 Hours (Acetaminophen) in a red liquid vehicle with a cherry-flavoured taste. Nonmedicinal ingredients: butylparaben, carboxymethylcellulose sodium, cellulose, citric acid, corn syrup, FD&C Red No. 40, flavour, glycerin, propylene glycol, purified water, sodium benzoate, sorbitol, and xanthan gum. Gluten-, lactose-, and tartrazine-free.
Infants' 80mg/mL (Dye Free White Grape)
Each mL contains 80 mg of Tylenol 8 Hours (Acetaminophen) in a white to off-white liquid vehicle with a grape-flavoured taste. Nonmedicinal ingredients: butylparaben, carboxymethylcellulose sodium, cellulose, citric acid, corn syrup, flavour, glycerin, propylene glycol, purified water, sodium benzoate, sorbitol, and xanthan gum. Gluten-, lactose-, and tartrazine-free.
Do not take Tylenol 8 Hours (Acetaminophen) if you:
There may be an interaction between Tylenol 8 Hours (Acetaminophen) and any of the following:
If you are taking any of these medications, speak with your doctor or pharmacist. Depending on your specific circumstances, your doctor may want you to:
An interaction between two medications does not always mean that you must stop taking one of them. Speak to your doctor about how any drug interactions are being managed or should be managed.
Medications other than those listed above may interact with Tylenol 8 Hours (Acetaminophen). Tell your doctor or prescriber about all prescription, over-the-counter (non-prescription), and herbal medications you are taking. Also tell them about any supplements you take. Since caffeine, alcohol, the Nicotine from cigarettes, or street drugs can affect the action of many medications, you should let your prescriber know if you use them.
Before you begin using a medication, be sure to inform your doctor of any medical conditions or Allergies you may have, any medications you are taking, whether you are pregnant or breast-feeding, and any other significant facts about your health. These factors may affect how you should use Tylenol 8 Hours (Acetaminophen).
HEALTH CANADA ADVISORY
February 19, 2021
Health Canada has issued new restrictions concerning the use of Tylenol 8 Hours (Acetaminophen). To read the full Health Canada Advisory, visit Health Canada's web site at www.hc-sc.gc.ca.
Previous advisories on Tylenol 8 Hours (Acetaminophen) were issued on September 15, 2016 and July 9, 2015.
Alcohol: Chronic excessive use of alcohol may increase the risk of liver damage due to Tylenol 8 Hours (Acetaminophen), even when Tylenol 8 Hours (Acetaminophen) is used at normal doses. If you drink 3 or more alcoholic beverages per day your risk of severe or possibly fatal liver damage is increased.
Avoiding overdose: Tylenol 8 Hours (Acetaminophen) is a frequent cause of accidental poisoning for infants and children. Keep the medication out of the reach of children, use an oral syringe to measure the dose, read the package carefully, and consult your pharmacist or doctor to confirm the best dose for your child.
Adults are also at risk of an Tylenol 8 Hours (Acetaminophen) overdose, especially if they take multiple products containing Tylenol 8 Hours (Acetaminophen). Tylenol 8 Hours (Acetaminophen) is a common ingredient in many non-prescription medications for colds and flu, pain, arthritis, and fever. Check the product label on all medications you are taking to make sure you are not exceeding the recommended dose of Tylenol 8 Hours (Acetaminophen). An overdose of Tylenol 8 Hours (Acetaminophen) can lead to potentially fatal liver damage.
Liver: Tylenol 8 Hours (Acetaminophen) may cause severe and potentially fatal liver damage. This risk is increased when Tylenol 8 Hours (Acetaminophen) is used for longer than recommended or at doses higher than recommended. Alcoholism and liver diseases such as hepatitis increase this risk. For adults and children over the age of 12, the total amount of Tylenol 8 Hours (Acetaminophen) taken in a day from all sources should not exceed 4000 mg.
Contact your doctor immediately if you experience symptoms of liver problems such as fatigue, feeling unwell, loss of appetite, nausea, yellowing of the skin or whites of the eyes, dark urine, pale stools, abdominal pain or swelling, and itchy skin.
Pregnancy: Tylenol 8 Hours (Acetaminophen) is reported to be safe for short-term use in pregnancy at recommended doses.
Breast-feeding: Tylenol 8 Hours (Acetaminophen) passes into breast milk but is not likely to have a harmful effect on the infant when used at recommended doses.
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