Patient was educated on how to take Tylenol as follows: Take Tylenol pill with or without food along with a full 8 oz. glass of water. Taking the medication with food helps prevent any nauseating sensation. Evenly space out the doses of pain pill and take the dose at the scheduled time every day. Keeping to the schedule of Tylenol intake helps to avoid forgetting the medication. Do not wait for the pain to peak [...]
Patient was educated on Tylenol and its mechanism of action as follows: Tylenol is an OTC pain medication that is used for mild to moderate pain relief, such as, toothaches and muscle pains due to flu. Tylenol also helps with reducing the fever. The mechanism of action of Tylenol is unclear and so, Tylenol is a pain medication that does not belong to either NSAID or opioid pain medication groups. Inhibition of cyclooxygenase enzyme, COX-2, [...]
Patient was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Tylenol # 3 as follows: Tylenol # 3 is metabolized by the liver and Tylenol # 3 intake can lead to hepatic injury. Individuals with history of compromised liver function cannot metabolize Tylenol # 3 and this can lead to increased blood levels of Tylenol # 3 for longer duration, leading to toxicity. Tylenol # 3 should be avoided or used with extreme caution in [...]
Patient was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Tylenol # 3 as follows: 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 Tylenol # 3 along with these products, you could be overdosing on Acetaminophen, which could cause damage to the liver. Avoid using Tylenol # 3 along [...]
Patient was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Tylenol # 3 as follows: Tylenol # 3 must be avoided in individuals allergic to Acetaminophen and/or Codeine. Tylenol # 3 slows down the bowel movements heavily and leads to constipation. Increase intake of daily fiber can help the situation and promote regular bowel movements. Any signs and symptoms of intestinal obstruction and ileus, such as, intense bloating, constipation, abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting must [...]
