Drug Information -- Tylenol With Codeine

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Tylenol with Codeine is a pain reliever available by prescription only. This eMedTV segment describes the effects of Tylenol with Codeine, explains how the drug works, lists side effects that may occur, and offers dosing information for the medicine.

Some common Tylenol with Codeine side effects include dizziness, drowsiness, and constipation. This eMedTV page lists other common side effects of Tylenol with Codeine and also describes potentially serious side effects that require medical attention.

Tylenol with Codeine is used for short-term pain relief. This article on the eMedTV Web site discusses Tylenol with Codeine uses in more detail, explains how the drug works, and lists possible off-label uses for the medication.

The recommended Tylenol with Codeine dosage for children ages 3 to 6 is 5 mL three or four times daily. This eMedTV page also offers dosage guidelines for children ages 7 to 12 and discusses Tylenol with Codeine dosing in adults.

Alcohol, antipsychotics, and other narcotics may cause Tylenol with Codeine drug interactions. As this eMedTV page explains, Tylenol with Codeine interactions can increase your risk of serious side effects, such as memory loss or difficulty breathing.

Tylenol with Codeine can cause slow and irregular breathing. This eMedTV segment lists other side effects that may occur with Tylenol with Codeine. Warnings and precautions on who should not use this pain reliever are also listed in this article.

A Tylenol with Codeine (acetaminophen with codeine) overdose may cause seizures, liver failure, or bleeding. This eMedTV page lists other possible Tylenol with Codeine overdose effects and describes the various treatment options that are available.

Tylenol with Codeine (acetaminophen with codeine) is generally not recommended for pregnant women. This eMedTV Web page includes more information on Tylenol with Codeine and pregnancy, and explains what may happen if a fetus is exposed to the drug.

Tylenol with Codeine (acetaminophen with codeine) may not be safe for breastfeeding women. This eMedTV resource offers more information on Tylenol with Codeine and breastfeeding, and explains what may happen when the drug passes through breast milk.

Tylenol with Codeine (acetaminophen with codeine) is currently available in generic form. This eMedTV resource lists the various strengths of generic Tylenol with Codeine and offers manufacturer information for these products.