Patient was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Tylenol as follows:
- Tylenol must be avoided in individuals allergic to any OTC medications for common cold and allergies, as many of these products have Tylenol in them.
- Watch closely for any acetaminophen in all the OTC products you purchase, such as, medications for common cold and allergies, by reading the contents carefully. Many of these products contain Acetaminophen and by taking your Tylenol pill along with these products, you could be overdosing on acetaminophen, which could cause damage to the liver.
- Tylenol can produce mild drowsiness and dizziness, as a side effect in some individuals. Avoid driving or operating heavy machinery until you know how Tylenol affects you.
- Do not crush or chew the Tylenol extended-release pill. Swallow it whole. Breaking the pill may cause too much of the drug to be released too quick at one time, thus compromising the therapeutic effect of Tylenol and causing toxicity.
