Acetaminophen / Dichloralphenazone / Isometheptene Mucate Dosage

Medically reviewed on August 14, 2017.

Usual Adult Dose for Headache

Migraine Headache: 2 capsules at once orally, followed by one capsule every hour until relieved, up to 5 capsules within a 12 hour period

Tension Headache: 1 to 2 capsules every 4 hours, up to 8 capsules a day

Renal Dose Adjustments

Severe renal impairment: Contraindicated

Liver Dose Adjustments

Hepatic disease: Contraindicated

Precautions

US BOXED WARNING: LIVER WARNING
This product contains acetaminophen; severe liver damage may occur if a person takes:
-More than 4000 mg of acetaminophen in 24 hours
-With other drugs containing acetaminophen
-With 3 or more alcoholic drinks everyday while using this product

Safety and efficacy have not been established in patients younger than 18 years.

Consult WARNINGS section for additional precautions.

Dialysis

Contraindicated

Further information

Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.

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