General Information
If you have any further questions about this TYLENOL® product, you can:
Refer to the product label.
Talk to your doctor.
Call 1-877-895-3665 between 8:00 am and 8:00 pm EST. |
How is TYLENOL® Arthritis Pain different from Extra Strength TYLENOL® and Regular Strength TYLENOL®?
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TYLENOL® Arthritis Pain |
Extra Strength TYLENOL® |
Regular Strength TYLENOL® |
| Active Ingredient |
Acetaminophen |
Acetaminophen |
Acetaminophen |
| Strength (mg/caplet) |
650 |
500 |
325 |
| Formulation |
Bi-layer immediate release & extended release |
Immediate release |
Immediate release |
| Aspirin containing |
NO |
NO |
NO |
| Dosing adults 18
years of age & older |
Two caplets every 8 hours |
|
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| Dosing of children
12 years of age & older |
|
Two caplets every 4-6 hours |
Two caplets every 4-6 hours |
| Caplets per 24 hours |
6 |
8 |
12 |
| Maximum dose |
Do not exceed 6 caplets in any 24-hour period |
Do not exceed 8 caplets in any 24-hour period |
Do not exceed 12 caplets in any 24-hour period |
What is osteoarthritis?
Osteoarthritis affects 21 million Americans and is one of the most common diseases. Osteoarthritis causes the gradual breakdown of joint tissue, leading to joint pain and stiffness in the hips, knees, feet and spine.
What are the advantages of TYLENOL® Arthritis Pain?
TYLENOL® Arthritis Pain:
Requires fewer doses to provide pain relief than other TYLENOL® products
Contains no aspirin and won't irritate your stomach the way that aspirin, naproxen sodium, or even ibuprofen can.
Where can I buy TYLENOL® Arthritis Pain?
TYLENOL® Arthritis Pain is available in bottles containing 24, 50, 100,
125, or 150 mg caplets or bottles containing 20, 40, or 80 mg gelcaps or geltabs at
most food, drug, and mass merchandise stores.
How does TYLENOL® Arthritis Pain work?
TYLENOL® Arthritis Pain Caplets, Gelcaps or Geltabs use a unique bi-layer
formulation. Each layer contains 325 mg of acetaminophen:
The first layer dissolves quickly to provide prompt relief.
The second layer is released gradually to provide up to 8 hours of relief.
What happened to TYLENOL® Arthritis Pain geltabs?
Please note that TYLENOL® Arthritis Pain geltabs are being discontinued and replaced by new easy-to-swallow gelcaps. You may continue to use the geltabs product through the expiration date on the package.
Why can’t I find TYLENOL® Arthritis Pain 100 Count with EZ-Open Cap?
We’ve introduced a new child-resistant push and turn cap for the TYLENOL® Arthritis Pain 100 Count bottle to replace EZ-Open.
How to Take TYLENOL® Arthritis Pain
If you have any further questions about this TYLENOL® product, you can:
Refer to the product label.
Talk to your doctor.
Call 1-877-895-3665 between 8:00 am and 8:00 pm EST. |
How is the dosing for TYLENOL® Arthritis Pain different from dosing for Extra Strength TYLENOL® and Regular Strength TYLENOL®?
|
TYLENOL® Arthritis Pain |
Extra Strength TYLENOL® |
Regular Strength TYLENOL® |
| Active Ingredient |
Acetaminophen |
Acetaminophen |
Acetaminophen |
| Strength (mg/caplet) |
650 |
500 |
325 |
| Formulation |
Bi-layer immediate release & extended release |
Immediate
release |
Immediate
release |
| Aspirin containing |
NO |
NO |
NO |
| Dosing adults 18 years of age & older |
Two caplets every 8 hours |
|
|
| Dosing of children 12 years of age & older |
|
Two caplets every 4-6 hours |
Two caplets every 4-6 hours |
| Caplets per 24 hours |
6 |
8 |
12 |
| Maximum dose |
Do not exceed 6 caplets in any 24-hour period |
Do not exceed 8 caplets in any 24-hour period |
Do not exceed 12 caplets in any 24-hour period |
Should I take TYLENOL® Arthritis Pain with or without food?
You can take TYLENOL® acetaminophen products anytime, without regard to meals. Simply follow the instructions on the package label.
Can I crush, chew, or dissolve the pills?
Crushing, chewing or dissolving TYLENOL® Arthritis Pain Caplets, Gelcaps or Geltabs is not recommended. Take two caplets with water and swallow each
caplet whole. Swallow only one gelcap or geltab at a time. Take a sip of water before swallowing each gelcap or geltab and wash each gelcap or geltab down with water (up to a full 8 oz glass).
Do I have to take TYLENOL® Arthritis Pain with water?
Take two caplets with water; swallow each caplet whole. Swallow only one gelcap or geltab at a time. Take a sip of water before swallowing each gelcap or geltab and wash each gelcap or geltab down with water (up to a full 8 oz glass). Do not crush, chew or dissolve the caplet or gelcap or geltab.
How do I take TYLENOL® Arthritis Pain?
The recommended dosage for adults 18 years of age and older is two caplets or gelcaps or geltabs every 8 hours, not to exceed six caplets in any 24 hour period.
Take two caplets with water; swallow each caplet whole. Swallow only one gelcap or geltab at a time. Take a sip of water before swallowing each gelcap or geltab and wash each gelcap or geltab down with water (up to a full 8 oz glass). Do not crush, chew or dissolve the caplet or gelcap or geltab.
Can my child take TYLENOL® Arthritis Pain?
TYLENOL® Arthritis Pain is not for use in children under 18 years of age.
How many of these can I take in a day?
The adult dosage of TYLENOL® Arthritis Pain is two caplets or gelcaps or geltabs
every 8 hours, not to exceed six caplets or gelcaps or geltabs in any 24 hour period.
When to Use TYLENOL® Arthritis Pain
If you have any further questions about this TYLENOL® product, you can:
Refer to the product label.
Talk to your doctor.
Call 1-877-895-3665 between 8:00 am and 8:00 pm EST. |
When can I use TYLENOL® Arthritis Pain?
When taken according to directions, TYLENOL® Arthritis Pain is effective
for the temporary relief of the minor pain of arthritis, and the temporary
relief of minor aches and pains associated with the common cold, headache,
toothache, muscular aches, backache, for the pain of premenstrual or menstrual
cramps and for the reduction of fever.
Ingredients
If you have any further questions about this TYLENOL® product, you can:
Refer to the product label.
Talk to your doctor.
Call 1-877-895-3665 between 8:00 am and 8:00 pm EST. |
How is TYLENOL® Arthritis Pain different from other brands of pain reliever?
Acetaminophen (the active ingredient in TYLENOL® Arthritis Pain), aspirin,
naproxen sodium, ketoprofen, and ibuprofen are all nonprescription pain
relievers. One advantage of TYLENOL® Arthritis Pain is that it won't
irritate your stomach the way that aspirin, naproxen sodium, or even ibuprofen
can.
Safety Information
If you have any further questions about this TYLENOL® product, you can:
Refer to the product label.
Talk to your doctor.
Call 1-877-895-3665 between 8:00 am and 8:00 pm EST. |
Can I take TYLENOL® Arthritis Pain with my existing medical conditions?
If you are under a doctor's care for any serious condition or are taking
any other drug, you should talk to your doctor if you want to know more
or have other questions.
Can I take TYLENOL® Arthritis Pain if I have kidney disease?
According to the National Kidney Foundation, acetaminophen, the medicine
in TYLENOL® Arthritis Pain, is the nonprescription pain reliever of
choice for occasional use in patients with underlying kidney disease. NSAIDs
such as aspirin, ibuprofen, ketoprofen and naproxen sodium may decrease
blood flow to the kidneys in people with kidney disease. If you are under
a doctor's care for any serious condition, or are taking any other drugs,
you should talk to your doctor if you want to know more or have other questions.
Can I take TYLENOL® Arthritis Pain if I have liver disease?
When taken at recommended doses, acetaminophen, the medicine in TYLENOL®
Arthritis Pain, is the preferred pain reliever for patients with chronic
stable liver disease. TYLENOL® Arthritis Pain won't irritate your stomach
the way that aspirin, naproxen sodium, or even ibuprofen can. If you are
under a doctor's care for any serious condition, or are taking any other
drugs, you should talk to your doctor if you want to know more or have
other questions.
Can I take TYLENOL® Arthritis Pain if I am pregnant or nursing?
If you are pregnant or nursing a baby, seek the advice of a health professional
before using TYLENOL® Arthritis Pain.
Can I drink alcohol and take TYLENOL® Arthritis Pain?
Labeling for TYLENOL® products reads as follows:
"If you consume 3 or more alcoholic drinks every day, ask your doctor whether
you should take acetaminophen or other pain relievers or fever reducers."
Acetaminophen may cause liver damage.
Drug Interactions
If you have any further questions about this TYLENOL® product, you can:
Refer to the product label.
Talk to your doctor.
Call 1-877-895-3665 between 8:00 am and 8:00 pm EST. |
Can I take TYLENOL® Arthritis Pain with my other medications?
There are no drug interaction precautions listed in the labeling of any single ingredient TYLENOL® acetaminophen products. Always read and follow labeled directions. Do not use TYLENOL® Arthritis Pain with any other product containing acetaminophen.
If you are taking any other drugs, you should talk to your doctor if you want to know more or have other questions.
Can I take TYLENOL® Arthritis Pain in between my doses of other pain relievers?
Use of TYLENOL® with other pain relievers (such as aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen sodium, ketoprofen or prescription pain relievers) is not recommended, unless directed by your doctor.
Do not use TYLENOL® with any other product containing acetaminophen.
If you are under a doctor's care for any serious condition, or are taking any other drugs, you should talk to your doctor if you want to know more or have other questions.
Can I take TYLENOL® Arthritis Pain with medicines for high blood pressure or a heart condition?
There are no drug interaction precautions listed in the labeling for TYLENOL® acetaminophen products regarding their use in people with high blood pressure or those taking heart medications.
If you are under a doctor's care for any serious condition, or are taking any other drugs, you should talk to your doctor if you want to know more or have other questions.
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