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Pyregesic
Acetaminophen-Oral


Pyregesic is used to relieve mild to moderate pain and to reduce fever.

ALTERNATE NAMES

Tylenol, Acetaminophen, Genebs, Genapap, Aceta, Q-Pap, Regular Strength Pain Relief, Mapap, Non-Aspirin, Athenol, Masophen, Mardol, Sb Non-Aspirin, Apap, Pain Reliever W/o Aspirin, Pain Reliever, Non-Aspirin Pain Relief, Soba Pain Reliever, Aspirin Free, Medi-Tabs, Hm Pain Reliever, Dolono, Ex-Prin, T-Painol, Maxinol, Tactinal, Pain Relief, Pain Relief W/o Aspirin, Pain Reliever W/out Aspirin

 
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pyregesic
Tylenol, Acetaminophen, Genebs, Genapap, Aceta, Q-Pap, Regular Strength Pain Relief, Mapap, Non-Aspirin, Athenol, Masophen, Mardol, Sb Non-Aspirin, Apap, Pain Reliever W/o Aspirin, Pain Reliever, Non-Aspirin Pain Relief, Soba Pain Reliever, Aspirin Free, Medi-Tabs, Hm Pain Reliever, Dolono, Ex-Prin, T-Painol, Maxinol, Tactinal, Pain Relief, Pain Relief W/o Aspirin, Pain Reliever W/out Aspirin

Uses
Pyregesic is used to relieve mild to moderate pain and to reduce fever.


Storage
  • Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (between 15 and 30 degrees C) away from moisture and sunlight.
  • Do not store in the bathroom.
  • Do not freeze liquid forms.


Overdose
  • If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
  • Symptoms of overdose may include severe nausea, vomiting, excessive sweating, yellowing eyes or skin, dark urine, stomach pain, and extreme fatigue.

How To Use
  • Take Pyregesic as directed.
  • Do not take more acetaminophen than recommended (see Side Effects section).
  • Do not use for more than 10 days without consulting your doctor.
  • Pyregesic is not to be given to children under 3 years of age without your doctor s approval.

Side Effects
  • When taken as directed, most people experience little or no side effects with Pyregesic.
  • Tell your doctor immediately if any of these highly unlikely but very serious side effects occur: easy bruising or bleeding, persistent sore throat or other signs of infection.
  • If you do not have liver problems, the adult maximum dose of acetaminophen is 4 grams per day (4000 milligrams).
  • If you take more than the maximum daily amount, it may cause serious (possibly fatal) liver disease.
  • Tell your doctor immediately if you have any of the following symptoms of liver damage: severe nausea, yellowing eyes or skin, dark urine, stomach pain, extreme fatigue.
  • In the unlikely event you have an allergic reaction to Pyregesic, seek medical attention immediately.
  • Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, trouble breathing.
  • If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Precautions
  • If you have any of the following health problems, consult your doctor before using Pyregesic: liver disease, alcohol dependency, any allergies.
  • Acetaminophen may cause liver damage.
  • Daily use of alcohol, especially when combined with acetaminophen, may increase your risk for liver damage.
  • Check with your doctor or pharmacist for more information.
  • Acetaminophen is often used instead of aspirin.
  • They are equally effective in relieving pain; however, acetaminophen does not reduce swelling and inflammation like aspirin does.
  • There are many brands and forms of acetaminophen on the market.
  • Read the dosing instructions carefully as the amount of acetaminophen may vary among products.
  • Acetaminophen appears to be safe for use during pregnancy.
  • Use only if clearly needed.
  • Acetaminophen is found in breast milk, but side effects in nursing infants have not been reported.
  • Consult you doctor if you are breast-feeding.

Missed Dose
  • If you miss a dose, take as soon as remembered; do not take if it is almost time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
  • Do not "double-up the dose to catch up.

Drug Interactions
  • Tell your doctor of all nonprescription and prescription drugs you use especially: isoniazid, phenobarbital, phenytoin, zidovudine, sulfinpyrazone.
  • Acetaminophen is an ingredient in many over-the-counter products and in some combination prescription medications.
  • Read the labels carefully before taking other pain relievers or cold products to see if they also contain acetaminophen.
  • Consult your pharmacist if you are uncertain if your other prescription or over-the-counter products contain acetaminophen.
  • (Also see adult maximum dose information in Side Effects section).
  • Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

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