Is acetaminophen 500 mg the same as extra strength tylenol

In a recent study, 1/2 the people reported getting the same relief from regular Acetaminophen as extra strength. The point is to not over medicate.

You have two choices here-- regular strength Acetaminophen and extra strength. Conventional wisdom would say bypass regular and take the heavy-duty stuff.

But Consumer Reports found in a recent study, half of the people reported their pain was reduced by the same amount, whether they took the regular or extra strength. This means relief with less medicine.
 

Here's why it's important, Acetaminophen is found in more than 600 prescription and OTC meds. So, if you take it for a headache but it's already in another medicine you take, you might be over-medicating--and too much might damage your liver.

Chances are, you take more in a day than you should. The threshold dose is 3,250 mg. That's 6-and a half of these 500-milligram pills.

Use these charts to guide proper dosage for your patients 12 and older

Regular Strength TYLENOL® Regular Strength Liquid Gels
Is acetaminophen 500 mg the same as extra strength tylenol
ACTIVE INGREDIENT ACTIVE INGREDIENT, DOSAGE* & DIRECTIONS DOSAGE FREQUENCY* DIRECTIONS

Acetaminophen

325 mg (in each capsule)

2 capsules every 4-6 hours while symptoms last

Not to exceed 10 capsules in 24 hours, unless directed by a doctor

Total labeled daily dose:
3250 mg/day

PROFESSIONAL DISCRETIONARY DOSAGE: If pain or fever persists at the total labeled daily dose, healthcare professionals may exercise their discretion and recommend up to 4000 mg/day.†

IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR PROPER USE: Read and follow the label on all TYLENOL® products. Do NOT use with any other product containing acetaminophen.

*Consult TYLENOL® Regular Strength liquid gels packaging for dosing children under 12 years.

†The efficacy and safety of TYLENOL® at 4000 mg/day are well established.

Regular Strength TYLENOL® Regular Strength Tablets
Is acetaminophen 500 mg the same as extra strength tylenol
ACTIVE INGREDIENT ACTIVE INGREDIENT, DOSAGE* & DIRECTIONS DOSAGE FREQUENCY* DIRECTIONS

Acetaminophen

325 mg (in each tablet)

2 tablets every 4-6 hours while symptoms last

Not to exceed 10 tablets in 24 hours, unless directed by a doctor

Total labeled daily dose:
3250 mg/day

PROFESSIONAL DISCRETIONARY DOSAGE: If pain or fever persists at the total labeled daily dose, healthcare professionals may exercise their discretion and recommend up to 4000 mg/day.†

IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR PROPER USE: Read and follow the label on all TYLENOL® products. Do NOT use with any other product containing acetaminophen.

*Consult TYLENOL® Regular Strength tablet packaging for dosing children under 12 years.

†The efficacy and safety of TYLENOL® at 4000 mg/day are well established.

TYLENOL® Family, Children & Adults Oral Suspension
Is acetaminophen 500 mg the same as extra strength tylenol
ACTIVE INGREDIENT DOSAGE FREQUENCY DIRECTIONS

Acetaminophen

160 mg (in each 5 mL)

Take every 4 hours while symptoms last Not to exceed 5 doses in 24 hours, unless directed by a doctor
IF POSSIBLE, USE WEIGHT TO DOSE; OTHERWISE, USE AGE.
WEIGHT AGE DOSE*
Under 24 lbs Under 2 years Ask a doctor
24-35 lbs 2-3 years

5 mL

Is acetaminophen 500 mg the same as extra strength tylenol

36-47 lbs 4-5 years

7.5 mL

Is acetaminophen 500 mg the same as extra strength tylenol

48-59 lbs 6-8 years

10 mL

Is acetaminophen 500 mg the same as extra strength tylenol

60-71 lbs 9-10 years

12.5 mL

Is acetaminophen 500 mg the same as extra strength tylenol

72-95 lbs 11 years

15 mL

Is acetaminophen 500 mg the same as extra strength tylenol

96 lbs and over Adults and children 12 years and over

20 mL

Is acetaminophen 500 mg the same as extra strength tylenol
Is acetaminophen 500 mg the same as extra strength tylenol

PROFESSIONAL DISCRETIONARY DOSAGE: If pain or fever persists at the total labeled daily dose, healthcare professionals may exercise their discretion and recommend up to 4000 mg/day.† Note: For children under 12 years, the maximum daily amount is 5 doses in 24 hours.

IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR PROPER USE: Read and follow the label on all TYLENOL® products. Do NOT use with any other product containing acetaminophen.

mL = milliliter
*Or as directed by a doctor.

†The efficacy and safety of TYLENOL® at 4000 mg/day are well established.

Extra Strength TYLENOL® Extra Strength Caplets
Is acetaminophen 500 mg the same as extra strength tylenol
ACTIVE INGREDIENT ACTIVE INGREDIENT, DOSAGE* & DIRECTIONS DOSAGE FREQUENCY* DIRECTIONS

Acetaminophen

500 mg (in each caplet)

2 caplets every 6 hours while symptoms last

Not to exceed 6 caplets in 24 hours, unless directed by a doctor

Total labeled daily dose:
3000 mg/day

PROFESSIONAL DISCRETIONARY DOSAGE: If pain or fever persists at the total labeled daily dose, healthcare professionals may exercise their discretion and recommend up to 4000 mg/day.†

IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR PROPER USE: Read and follow the label on all TYLENOL® products. Do NOT use with any other product containing acetaminophen.

*For children under 12 years, at healthcare professional's discretion.

†The efficacy and safety of TYLENOL® at 4000 mg/day are well established.

Extra Strength TYLENOL® Extra Strength Coated Tablets
Is acetaminophen 500 mg the same as extra strength tylenol
ACTIVE INGREDIENT ACTIVE INGREDIENT, DOSAGE* & DIRECTIONS DOSAGE FREQUENCY* DIRECTIONS

Acetaminophen

500 mg (in each tablet)

2 tablets every 6 hours while symptoms last

Not to exceed 6 tablets in 24 hours, unless directed by a doctor

Total labeled daily dose:
3000 mg/day

PROFESSIONAL DISCRETIONARY DOSAGE: If pain or fever persists at the total labeled daily dose, healthcare professionals may exercise their discretion and recommend up to 4000 mg/day.†

IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR PROPER USE: Read and follow the label on all TYLENOL® products. Do NOT use with any other product containing acetaminophen.

*For children under 12 years, at healthcare professional's discretion.

†The efficacy and safety of TYLENOL® at 4000 mg/day are well established.

Extra Strength TYLENOL® Extra Strength Dissolve Packs
Is acetaminophen 500 mg the same as extra strength tylenol
ACTIVE INGREDIENT ACTIVE INGREDIENT, DOSAGE* & DIRECTIONS DOSAGE FREQUENCY* DIRECTIONS

Acetaminophen

500 mg (in each powder)

2 powders every 6 hours while symptoms last

Not to exceed 6 powders in 24 hours, unless directed by a doctor

Total labeled daily dose:
3000 mg/day

PROFESSIONAL DISCRETIONARY DOSAGE: If pain or fever persists at the total labeled daily dose, healthcare professionals may exercise their discretion and recommend up to 4000 mg/day.†

IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR PROPER USE: Read and follow the label on all TYLENOL® products. Do NOT use with any other product containing acetaminophen.

*For children under 12 years, at healthcare professional's discretion.

†The efficacy and safety of TYLENOL® at 4000 mg/day are well established.

Extra Strength TYLENOL® Rapid Release Gels
Is acetaminophen 500 mg the same as extra strength tylenol
ACTIVE INGREDIENT ACTIVE INGREDIENT, DOSAGE* & DIRECTIONS DOSAGE FREQUENCY* DIRECTIONS

Acetaminophen

500 mg (in each gelcap)

2 gelcaps every 6 hours while symptoms last

Not to exceed 6 gelcaps in 24 hours, unless directed by a doctor

Total labeled daily dose:
3000 mg/day

PROFESSIONAL DISCRETIONARY DOSAGE: If pain or fever persists at the total labeled daily dose, healthcare professionals may exercise their discretion and recommend up to 4000 mg/day.†

IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR PROPER USE: Read and follow the label on all TYLENOL® products. Do NOT use with any other product containing acetaminophen.

*For children under 12 years, at healthcare professional's discretion.

†The efficacy and safety of TYLENOL® at 4000 mg/day are well established.

Extended Release TYLENOL® 8HR Arthritis Pain Tablets
Is acetaminophen 500 mg the same as extra strength tylenol
ACTIVE INGREDIENT ACTIVE INGREDIENT, DOSAGE* & DIRECTIONS DOSAGE FREQUENCY* DIRECTIONS

Acetaminophen

650 mg (in each bi-layer tablet)

2 bi-layer tablets every 8 hours with water

Not to exceed 6 bi-layer tablets in 24 hours

Total labeled daily dose:
3900 mg/day

IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR PROPER USE: Read and follow the label on all TYLENOL® products. Do NOT use with any other product containing acetaminophen.

*For children under 18 years of age, at healthcare professional’s discretion.

Extended Release TYLENOL® 8HR Muscle Aches & Pain Tablets
Is acetaminophen 500 mg the same as extra strength tylenol
ACTIVE INGREDIENT ACTIVE INGREDIENT, DOSAGE* & DIRECTIONS DOSAGE FREQUENCY* DIRECTIONS

Acetaminophen

650 mg (in each bi-layer tablet)

2 bi-layer tablets every 8 hours with water

Not to exceed 6 bi-layer tablets in 24 hours

Total labeled daily dose:
3900 mg/day

IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR PROPER USE: Read and follow the label on all TYLENOL® products. Do NOT use with any other product containing acetaminophen.

*Do not use in children under 12 years of age.

PM Extra Strength TYLENOL® PM Extra Strength Caplets
Is acetaminophen 500 mg the same as extra strength tylenol
ACTIVE INGREDIENTS ACTIVE INGREDIENTS, DOSAGE* & DIRECTIONS DOSAGE FREQUENCY* DIRECTIONS

Acetaminophen 500 mg
Diphenhydramine HCl 25 mg

(in each caplet)

2 caplets at bedtime

Not to exceed 2 caplets in 24 hours

Total labeled daily dose:
Acetaminophen 1000 mg/day
Diphenhydramine HCl 50 mg/day

IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS FOR PROPER USE: Read and follow the label on all TYLENOL® products. Do NOT use with any other product containing acetaminophen.

*Do not use in children under 12 years of age.

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Is acetaminophen 500 mg the same as Tylenol?

Official answer. Yes, acetaminophen is the same as Tylenol. Acetaminophen is the generic name for the brand name medication Tylenol, made by McNeil Consumer. Acetaminophen is a pain reliever for mild to moderate pain, such as headaches, muscles aches, backache, and toothaches, and fevers.

What does acetaminophen 500mg do?

Acetaminophen is used to relieve mild to moderate pain from headaches, muscle aches, menstrual periods, colds and sore throats, toothaches, backaches, and reactions to vaccinations (shots), and to reduce fever.

What is another name for Extra Strength Tylenol?

Generic Name: diphenhydramine-acetaminophen.

How many milligrams of acetaminophen are in Extra Strength Tylenol?

Containing 500 mg of acetaminophen, TYLENOL® Extra Strength Caplets help temporarily reduce fever in adults and children 12 years and older, and provide powerful relief of tension headaches, minor back and muscle pain, minor arthritis pain and more.