Generic name: acetaminophen
Dosage form: tablet, film coated, extended release
Drug class: Miscellaneous analgesics

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Oct 22, 2021.

Drug Facts

Active ingredient (in each gelcap)

Acetaminophen 650 mg

Purpose

Pain reliever/fever reducer

Uses

• temporarily relieves minor aches and pains due to:
  • minor pain of arthritis
  • muscular aches
  • backache
  • premenstrual and menstrual cramps
  • the common cold
  • headache
  • toothache
• temporarily reduces fever

Warnings

Liver warning

This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if you take

• more than 6 gelcaps in 24 hours, which is the maximum daily amount
• with other drugs containing acetaminophen
• 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day while using this product

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 have difficulty swallowing large tablets or capsules. People over 65 may have difficulty swallowing these tablets.
• 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

• the tablet got stuck in your throat
• 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.

Keep out of the reach of children.

Overdose warning

Taking more than the recommended dose (overdose) may cause liver damage. 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.

Directions

• do not take more than directed (see overdose warning)

Other information

• store at 20–25°C (68–77°F). Avoid high humidity.
• do not use if carton is opened or neck wrap or foil inner seal imprinted with "Safety Seal®" is broken
• see end panel for lot number and expiration date

Inactive ingredients

benzyl alcohol, butylparaben, castor oil, corn starch, edetate calcium disodium, FD&C blue #1 aluminum lake, FD&C blue #2 aluminum lake, gelatin, hydroxyethyl cellulose, hypromellose, magnesium stearate, methylparaben, microcrystalline cellulose, povidone, powdered cellulose, pregelatinized starch, propylene glycol, propylparaben, shellac, sodium lauryl sulfate, sodium propionate, sodium starch glycolate, titanium dioxide

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NDC 50580-508-20

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TYLENOL®

ARTHRITIS
PAIN
Acetaminophen Extended Release Pain Reliever/Fever Reducer
For The Temporary Relief Of Minor Arthritis Pain

20 GELCAPS-650 mg each

Gelcaps*
*Gelatin-Coated Capsule-Shaped Tablets

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