About Tylenol Arthritis Pain ER Caplets
Non-opioid pain reliever and fever reducer
Used for
- Relieves minor aches and pains, including arthritis pain
- Reduces fever
Usual adult dose
Adults: 1,300 mg every 8 hours as needed; maximum 3,900 mg in 24 hours.
Common side effects
- Rarely, serious allergic reactions or severe skin reactions
- Liver damage, especially with overdose or regular heavy alcohol use
Important warnings
- Do not combine with other medicines containing acetaminophen.
- Taking more than directed can cause severe liver damage.
- Ask a healthcare professional before use with liver disease or regular alcohol use.
- Seek urgent help after an overdose, even without symptoms.
Pregnancy
Generally considered compatible when used as directed; ask a healthcare professional about use during pregnancy.
Breastfeeding
Generally compatible when used as directed.
Interactions
- Warfarin: regular use may increase bleeding risk.
- Other acetaminophen-containing medicines increase overdose risk.
- Regular heavy alcohol use increases risk of liver damage.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.