Children – this medicine has been tested in children and has not been shown to cause different side effects or problems than it does in adults.
Older adults – Acetaminophen has been tested and has not been shown to cause different side effects or problems in older people than it does in younger adults.
Other medical problems – the presence of other medical problems may affect the use of acetaminophen. Make sure you tell your doctor if you have any other medical problems, especially:
* Alcohol abuse or
* Kidney disease (severe) or
* Hepatitis or other liver disease – The chance of serious side effects may be increased
* Phenylketonuria – Some brands of acetaminophen contain aspartame, which can make your condition worse
* Rare
o Yellow eyes or skin
* Symptoms of overdose
o Diarrhea; increased sweating; loss of appetite; nausea or vomiting; stomach cramps or pain; swelling, pain, or tenderness in the upper abdomen or stomach area
Keep all appointments with your doctor.
Do not let anyone else take your drugs.
