Pronunciation: a-seet-a-MIN-oh-fen/dye-fen-HYE-dra-meen/sue-do-eh-FED-rin
Generic Name: Acetaminophen/Diphenhydramine/Pseudoephedrine
Brand Name: Tylenol Children's Plus
Tylenol Children's Plus Suspension is used for:
Relieving symptoms such as pain, sinus congestion, runny nose, and sneezing due to colds, upper respiratory infections, and allergies. It may also used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.
Tylenol Children's Plus Suspension is an analgesic, antihistamine, and decongestant combination. The analgesic works in the brain to help decrease pain. The antihistamine works by blocking the action of histamine, which helps reduce symptoms such as watery eyes and sneezing. The decongestant works by constricting blood vessels and reducing swelling in the nasal passages, which decreases stuffiness.
Do NOT use Tylenol Children's Plus Suspension if:
- you are allergic to any ingredient in Tylenol Children's Plus Suspension
- you have severe high blood pressure, severe heart blood vessel disease, rapid heartbeat, or severe heart problems
- you are unable to urinate or are having an asthma attack
- you take sodium oxybate (GHB) or you have taken furazolidone or a monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitor (eg, phenelzine) within the last 14 days
Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.
Before using Tylenol Children's Plus Suspension:
Some medical conditions may interact with Tylenol Children's Plus Suspension. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:
- if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
- if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
- if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances
- if you have a fast, slow, or irregular heartbeat
- if you have a history of asthma; lung problems (eg, chronic bronchitis, emphysema); adrenal gland problems (eg, adrenal gland tumor); heart problems; high blood pressure; diabetes; heart blood vessel problems; stroke; glaucoma; a blockage of your stomach, bladder, or intestines; ulcers; trouble urinating; an enlarged prostate or other prostate problems; seizures; an overactive thyroid; or liver problems; or if you consume more than 3 alcohol-containing drinks per day
Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Tylenol Children's Plus Suspension. Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:
- Beta-blockers (eg, propranolol), COMT inhibitors (eg, tolcapone), furazolidone, indomethacin, isoniazid, MAO inhibitors (eg, phenelzine), sodium oxybate (GHB), or tricyclic antidepressants (eg, amitriptyline) because side effects of Tylenol Children's Plus Suspension may be increased
- Anticoagulants (eg, warfarin), digoxin, or droxidopa because risk of bleeding, irregular heartbeat, or heart attack may be increased
- Bromocriptine or hydantoins (eg, phenytoin) because side effects may be increased by Tylenol Children's Plus Suspension
- Guanadrel, guanethidine, mecamylamine, methyldopa, or reserpine because effectiveness may be decreased by Tylenol Children's Plus Suspension
This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Tylenol Children's Plus Suspension may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.
How to use Tylenol Children's Plus Suspension:
Use Tylenol Children's Plus Suspension as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.
- Tylenol Children's Plus Suspension may be taken with or without food.
- Shake well before using.
- Use a measuring device marked for medicine dosing. Ask your pharmacist for help if you are unsure of how to measure your dose.
- If you miss a dose of Tylenol Children's Plus Suspension, take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.
Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Tylenol Children's Plus Suspension.
Important safety information:
- Tylenol Children's Plus Suspension may cause dizziness, drowsiness, or blurred vision. Do not drive, operate machinery, or do anything else that could be dangerous until you know how you react to Tylenol Children's Plus Suspension. Using Tylenol Children's Plus Suspension alone, with certain other medicines, or with alcohol may lessen your ability to drive or perform other potentially dangerous tasks.
- Do not take diet or appetite control medicines while you are taking Tylenol Children's Plus Suspension without checking with you doctor.
- Tylenol Children's Plus Suspension contains acetaminophen and pseudoephedrine. Before you begin taking any new prescription or nonprescription medicine, read the ingredients to see if it also contains acetaminophen or pseudoephedrine. If it does or if you are uncertain, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
- Do NOT exceed the recommended dose or take Tylenol Children's Plus Suspension for longer than prescribed without checking with your doctor.
- If your symptoms do not improve within 5 to 7 days or if they become worse, check with your doctor.
- Tylenol Children's Plus Suspension may cause increased sensitivity to the sun. Avoid exposure to the sun, sunlamps, or tanning booths until you know how you react to Tylenol Children's Plus Suspension. Use a sunscreen or protective clothing if you must be outside for a prolonged period.
- Tylenol Children's Plus Suspension may cause liver damage. If you consume 3 or more alcohol-containing drinks every day, ask your doctor if you should take Tylenol Children's Plus Suspension or other pain relievers/fever reducers. Alcohol use combined with Tylenol Children's Plus Suspension may increase your risk for liver damage.
- If you are scheduled for allergy skin testing, do not take Tylenol Children's Plus Suspension for several days before the test because it may decrease your response to the skin tests.
- Before you have any medical or dental treatments, emergency care, or surgery, tell the doctor or dentist that you are using Tylenol Children's Plus Suspension.
- Use Tylenol Children's Plus Suspension with caution in the ELDERLY because they may be more sensitive to its effects.
- Caution is advised when using Tylenol Children's Plus Suspension in CHILDREN because they may be more sensitive to its effects.
- PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: If you become pregnant while taking Tylenol Children's Plus Suspension, discuss with your doctor the benefits and risks of using Tylenol Children's Plus Suspension during pregnancy. It is unknown if Tylenol Children's Plus Suspension is excreted in breast milk. Do not breast-feed while taking Tylenol Children's Plus Suspension.
Possible side effects of Tylenol Children's Plus Suspension:
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:
Constipation; diarrhea; dizziness; drowsiness; excitability; headache; loss of appetite; nausea; nervousness or anxiety; trouble sleeping; upset stomach; vomiting; weakness.
Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); difficulty urinating or inability to urinate; fast or irregular heartbeat; hallucinations; mood or mental changes; seizures; severe dizziness, lightheadedness, or headache; severe drowsiness; stomach pain; tremor; trouble sleeping; vision changes; yellowing of skin or eyes.
This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. To report side effects to the appropriate agency, please read the Guide to Reporting Problems to FDA.
See also: Tylenol Children's Plus side effects (in more detail)
If OVERDOSE is suspected:
Contact 1-800-222-1222 (the American Association of Poison Control Centers), your local poison control center, or emergency room immediately. Symptoms may include blurred vision; confusion; hallucinations; seizures; severe dizziness, lightheadedness, or headache; severe drowsiness; unusually fast, slow, or irregular heartbeat; vomiting.
Proper storage of Tylenol Children's Plus Suspension:
Store Tylenol Children's Plus Suspension at room temperature, between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C). Store away from heat, moisture, and light. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep Tylenol Children's Plus Suspension out of the reach of children and away from pets.
General information:
- If you have any questions about Tylenol Children's Plus Suspension, please talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.
- Tylenol Children's Plus Suspension is to be used only by the patient for whom it is prescribed. Do not share it with other people.
- If your symptoms do not improve or if they become worse, check with your doctor.
- Check with your pharmacist about how to dispose of unused medicine.
This information is a summary only. It does not contain all information about Tylenol Children's Plus Suspension. If you have questions about the medicine you are taking or would like more information, check with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.
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