Tylenol Extra Strength Rapid Release Gels for Adults Description
- Acetaminophen
- Pain Reliever
- Fever Reducer
- Gelatin Coated Tablets
Tylenol Rapid Release Gels provide temporary relief of fever and minor aches and pains, including headache, backache, minor pain of arthritis, toothaches, pain due to the common cold, premenstrual and menstrual cramps. Each gelcap contains 500 milligrams of acetaminophen, a pain reliever. The Rapid Release gelcaps feature laser-drilled holes to facilitate fast medicine release.
Adults and children 12 years and over:
Take 2 gelcaps every 6 hours while symptoms last
Do not take more than 6 gelcaps in 24 hours, unless directed by a doctor
Do not use for more than 10 days unless directed by a doctor
Children under 12 years: Ask a doctor
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Liver warning: This product contains acetaminophen.
Severe liver damage may occur if you take:
more than 4,000 mg of acetaminophen in 24 hours
with other drugs containing acetaminophen
3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product
Allergy alert: Acetaminophen may cause severe skin reactions.
Symptoms may include:
skin reddening
blisters
rash
If a skin reaction occurs, stop use and see medical help right away.
Do not use:
With any other drug containing acetaminophen (prescription or nonprescription). If you are not sure whether a drug contains acetaminophen, ask a doctor or pharmacist.
if you are allergic to acetaminophen or any of the inactive ingredients in this product
Ask a doctor before use if: you have liver disease.
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if: you are taking the blood thinning drug warfarin.
Stop use and ask a doctor if:
pain gets worse or lasts more than 10 days
fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days
new symptoms occur
redness or swelling is present
These could be signs of a serious condition.
If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.
Overdose Warning:
In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. (1-800-222-1222) Quick medical attention is critical for adults as well as for children even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms.
