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Acetaminophen (Tylenol)
Tylenol is a drug brand in North America that reduces fever and pain and relieves the symptoms of flu, cough, cold and certain allergies. The active ingredient of this drug is acetaminophen, an antipyretic and analgesic drug.
1,628 Questions
If you drink coffee after a Tylenol pm will it not work?
I would NOT suggest drinking coffee then tylenol
pm in any order. I tried it just last night and i thought i was going to die! it made m e so dizzy i couldnt
even stand up and woke up this morning feeling like i had a hang over i really thought i was dying! wouldnt
suggest it at all!
No such thing as Tylenol 1..The first number on Tylenol will be a #3 which is then 1/4 grain of codeine and yes, illegal if not prescribed by a doctor...anything below a three has no codeine so there is no number system for them
Can i take Tylenol while on Chantix?
Read the directions on both of the packages. If you are still unsure, then talk to your doctor or your pharmacist.
A bit more:
According to my reference book, it is fine to take Chantix with Nyquil. But if/when you do stop smoking, other meds may have to be adjusted (such as insulin, warfarin, theophylline) since nicotine affects how they are broken down by the body.
How many ml are in 150 teaspoons?
A teaspoon is usually considered to be 5ml, therefore 150ml would be 30 teaspoons
What happens to the liver if you take Tylenol with codeine everyday?
The real answer is that it depends on the individual. Tylenol does take a toll on the liver however used as directed one should not suffer any adverse side effects. If you are concerned about your dose or frequency talk to your doctor. You may also want to go in for monthly blood tests to verify that your liver enzymes are within normal ranges. It is a simple test which will give you a red flag before you experience any major problems.
Can you take arnica to prevent bruising before a surgery?
Arnica should not be taken internally because of its toxicity. You can apply an arnica cream to the unbroken skin around the area after surgery. This will also help with pain and swelling.
Does oxycodone 5mg imm rel capsules have Tylenol in it?
No, it has nothing more than oxycodone. I have an allergy to Tylenol so this is what i was prescribed while I awaited surgery. Percocet has Tylenol, Percodan has aspirin and these are just oxycodone!!
What are drug interactions between Tylenol and Methadone?
There are no known drug interactions between Tylenol and Methadone, but you should always check with your pharmacist or doctor just to be safe.
Aspirin (acetylsalicylic acid) has antipyretic (fever reducing) effects, as well as analgesic (pain reducing) effects and anti-inflammatory effects. It is also an effective anti-platelet medication, helping to prevent heart attacks, strokes and blood clotting. however, aspirin should not be used for children, as there is a risk of Reye's Syndrome. In adults, aspirin is quite effective, but limitations include stomach irritation, gastritis and ulcers (and this is further exacerbated in those who consume alcohol - especially concurrently).
Acetaminophen is an effective antipyretic and analgesic, but not particularly effective as an anti-inflammatory, although it does help to decrease the pain of degenerative joint disease. Acetaminophen may be given to children as it does not carry the risk of Reye's Syndrome (as aspirin does). However, acetaminophen is dangerous in overdose. Acetaminophen toxicity is the leading cause of liver failure in the U.S. Acetaminophen has no significant anti-platelet activity.
Ibuprofen belongs to a large group of medications known as NSAIDs (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs). Ibuprofen is an antipyretic, analgesic and anti-inflammatory agent (just as aspirin is). However, it carries only mild anti-platelet activity. It is useful, in its own right, and when combined with opiates for pain treatment (especially post-operatively). Ibuprofen, like all NSAIDs has GI side effects, especially when used in excess (e.g. gastritis, ulcers) and also renal (kidney) toxicity in overdose (or situations of excess high-dose usage, chronically). Ibuprofen has less risk of drug-drug interactions than either aspirin or acetaminophen.
Naproxen is a NSAID medication (in the same general NSAID class as ibuprofen. it is, therefore, an antipyretic, analgesic and anti-inflammatory medication). It is used in all forms of arthritis, as well as gout, ankylosing spondylitis, menstrual cramps, tendinitis, bursitis, headaches, and the like.
All of the above four medications are potentially very effective when used correctly.
Should you wait out a fever by not taking ibuprofen or Tylenol to let it break?
You can wait if you want to. Many people don't like the sweating that usually comes with a fever breaking and if your fever is 101 F or lower there is no need to reduce it. However, a fever of 103 or higher in adults should be lowered quickly and if it is persistent for several days you should see a doctor.
