Monograph Details
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Musculoskeletal Disorders
> Arthritis/rheumatic disorders
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TYLENOL ARTHRITIS |
| Manufacturer |
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McNeil Consumer & Specialty Pharmaceuticals |
| Legal Classification |
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OTC |
| Pharmacological Class |
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Analgesic/antipyretic. |
| Generic Name |
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Acetaminophen 650mg; ext-rel caplets, geltabs. |
| Indications |
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Minor arthritic pain. |
| Children |
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≤18yrs: not recommended. |
| Adults |
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Swallow whole. >18yrs: 1.3g every 8 hrs; max 4g/day; usual max 10 days. |
| Precautions |
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Hepatic dysfunction. Pregnancy. Nursing mothers. |
| Interactions |
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Hepatotoxicity risk increased by chronic, heavy alcohol use. |
| Adverse Reactions |
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Hepatotoxicity (overdosage). |
| How Supplied |
Caplets—24, 50, 100, 150, 225
Geltabs—20, 40, 80 |
| Additional Resources |
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• Related Prescribing Note |
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