Menstrual Pain Relief Side Effects
Generic name: acetaminophen / pamabrom / pyrilamine
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Apr 19, 2024.
Note: This document provides detailed information about Menstrual Pain Relief Side Effects associated with acetaminophen / pamabrom / pyrilamine. Some dosage forms listed on this page may not apply specifically to the brand name Menstrual Pain Relief.
Applies to acetaminophen / pamabrom / pyrilamine: oral tablet.
Important warnings
This medicine can cause some serious health issues
Do not take more of this medication than is recommended. An overdose of acetaminophen can damage your liver or cause death. Call your doctor at once if you have nausea, pain in your upper stomach, itching, loss of appetite, dark urine, clay-colored stools, or jaundice (yellowing of your skin or eyes).
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before using any other cold, allergy, pain, or sleep medication. Acetaminophen (sometimes abbreviated as APAP) is contained in many combination medicines. Taking certain products together can cause you to get too much acetaminophen which can lead to a fatal overdose. Check the label to see if a medicine contains acetaminophen or APAP.
In rare cases, acetaminophen may cause a severe skin reaction. Stop taking this medicine and call your doctor right away if you have skin redness or a rash that spreads and causes blistering and peeling.
Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
In rare cases, acetaminophen may cause a severe skin reaction that can be fatal. This could occur even if you have taken acetaminophen in the past and had no reaction. Stop taking this medicine and call your doctor right away if you have skin redness or a rash that spreads and causes blistering and peeling. If you have this type of reaction, you should never again take any medicine that contains acetaminophen.
Stop using this medicine and call your doctor at once if you have:
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any redness or swelling;
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little or no urination; or
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liver problems--nausea, upper stomach pain, itching, loss of appetite, dark urine, clay-colored stools, jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes).
Common side effects may include:
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dizziness, drowsiness;
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dry mouth, nose, or throat;
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constipation;
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blurred vision; or
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feeling restless or excited (especially in children).
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects.
More about Menstrual Pain Relief (acetaminophen / pamabrom / pyrilamine)
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Further information
Menstrual Pain Relief side effects can vary depending on the individual. Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.
Note: Medication side effects may be underreported. If you are experiencing side effects that are not listed, submit a report to the FDA by following this guide.