What are some things I need to know or do while I take Tylenol Children's?
Tell all of your health care providers that you take this medicine. This includes your doctors, nurses, pharmacists, and dentists.
Do not take more than what your doctor told you to take. Taking more than you are told may raise your chance of very bad side effects.
Avoid other sources of Tylenol Children's. Check labels closely. Too much Tylenol Children's may cause problems.
Call your doctor right away if you take more than 4,000 mg (milligrams) of Tylenol Children's in a day, even if you feel well.
Talk with your doctor before you drink alcohol.
If you are taking warfarin, talk with your doctor. You may need to have your blood work checked more closely while you are taking it with this medicine (Tylenol Children's).
This medicine may affect certain lab tests. Tell all of your health care providers and lab workers that you take this medicine.
Different brands of this medicine (Tylenol Children's) may have different doses for children. Talk with the doctor before giving this medicine to a child.
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan on getting pregnant. You will need to talk about the benefits and risks of using this medicine (Tylenol Children's) while you are pregnant.
Tell your doctor if you are breast-feeding. You will need to talk about any risks to your baby.
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Tylenol Children's side effects
WARNING/CAUTION: Even though it may be rare, some people may have very bad and sometimes deadly side effects when taking a drug. Tell your doctor or get medical help right away if you have any of the following signs or symptoms that may be related to a very bad side Tylenol Children's:
Signs of an allergic reaction, like rash; hives; itching; red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin with or without fever; wheezing; tightness in the chest or throat; trouble breathing or talking; unusual hoarseness; or swelling of the mouth, face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Signs of liver problems like dark urine, feeling tired, not hungry, upset stomach or stomach pain, light-colored stools, throwing up, or yellow skin or eyes.
Not able to pass urine or change in how much urine is passed.
A very bad skin reaction (Stevens-Johnson syndrome/toxic epidermal necrolysis) may happen. It can cause very bad health problems that may not go away, and sometimes death. Get medical help right away if you have signs like red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin (with or without fever); red or irritated eyes; or sores in your mouth, throat, nose, or eyes.
Tylenol Children's other side effects
All drugs may cause side effects. However, many people have no side effects or only have minor side effects. Call your doctor or get medical help if any of these side effects or any other side effects bother you or do not go away:
Upset stomach or throwing up.
Not able to sleep.
These are not all of the side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, call your doctor. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. You may also report side effects at http://www.fda.gov/medwatch.
Can Tylenol Children's be stopped immediately or do I have to stop the consumption gradually to ween off?
In some cases, it always advisable to stop the intake of some medicines gradually because of the rebound effect of the medicine.
It's wise to get in touch with your doctor as a professional advice is needed in this case regarding your health, medications and further recommendation to give you a stable health condition.
How should I take Tylenol Children's?
Use this medicine as ordered by your doctor. Read all information given to you. Follow all instructions closely.
Take with or without food.
Measure liquid doses carefully. Use the measuring device that comes with this medicine (Tylenol Children's). If there is none, ask the pharmacist for a device to measure this medicine.
Shake well before use.
What do I do if I miss a dose?
If you take this medicine on a regular basis, take a missed dose as soon as you think about it.
If it is close to the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your normal time.
Do not take 2 doses at the same time or extra doses.
Many times this medicine is taken on an as needed basis. Do not take more often than told by the doctor.
Who should not take Tylenol Children's?
If you have an allergy to Tylenol Children's or any other part of this medicine.
If you are allergic to any drugs like this one, any other drugs, foods, or other substances. Tell your doctor about the allergy and what signs you had, like rash; hives; itching; shortness of breath; wheezing; cough; swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat; or any other signs.
If you have liver disease.
This is not a list of all drugs or health problems that interact with this medicine.
Tell your doctor and pharmacist about all of your drugs (prescription or OTC, natural products, vitamins) and health problems. You must check to make sure that it is safe for you to take this medicine (Tylenol Children's) with all of your drugs and health problems. Do not start, stop, or change the dose of any drug without checking with your doctor.
Can Tylenol Children's be taken or consumed while pregnant?
Please visit your doctor for a recommendation as such case requires special attention.
Can Tylenol Children's be taken for nursing mothers or during breastfeeding?
Kindly explain your state and condition to your doctor and seek medical advice from an expert.
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