Question 1

is it okay to take tylenol (acetaminophen) + codeine?

Accepted Answer

Tylenol (acetaminophen): Only if prescribed & for short time.

Question 2

2 years expired acetaminophen w codeine elixir. safe?

Accepted Answer

Not recommended: Any time you take expired medication, you run the risk of taking a medication that may have a different chemical makeup then was originally intended. I would recommend you dont use any medication beyond its expiration, especially not two years past.

Question 3

can tylenol (acetaminophen) with codeine get you high?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Any drug , with Codeine or an opiod can casue euphoria. It is not a good idea to combine the narcotic with tylenol (acetaminophen) as large doses of tylenol (acetaminophen) are hepatotoxic, especially if combined with alcohol.

Question 4

please describe the medication: acetaminophen and codeine?

Accepted Answer

Pain Med: This combination of drugs is used to relieve mild to moderate pain. Codeine can be habit-forming.

Question 5

how do i relieve the side effects of acetaminophen/codeine?

Accepted Answer

Change drug?: One obvious option is to change medications.  You dont mention the specific aide effect but usual ones seen are itching (take benadryl), nausea (eat first) and sleepiness (gets better with time).

Question 6

is it safe to take 3 acetaminophen with codeine at one time?

Accepted Answer

Tough question: You could.Especially  for very short term of pain control and they are from the lower dosage. On the other hand the side effects (constipation, ....)is dose related and if you take it for longer time you will develop tolerance to it where higher and higher doses will be needed.You need to let your doctor know.
He may give you s.Th. Else or add acupuncture, self hypnoses or other meds that are safer.

Question 7

does anyone know the effects of tylenol (acetaminophen) with codeine?

Accepted Answer

Pain Relief: When pain is moderate to severe, providers may turn to narcotic pain relievers.  Codeine is the key ingredient in tylenol (acetaminophen) #3.  It has can make you sleepy/affect judgement/nausea/vomiting/dizziness etc...The list goes on. Effects are varied by person, age, tolerance etc.  Be aware, tylenol (acetaminophen) also has side effects and should be avoided in large doses or in persons with liver disease. Check drug.Com.

Question 8

how long does it usually take for tylenol (acetaminophen) with codeine to take effect?

Accepted Answer

Varies: For some, it can begin to relieve pain in 20-30 minutes.  For others, it may not do anything and never be effective.

Question 9

does tylenol (acetaminophen) with codeine work as well as regular tylenol (acetaminophen)?

Accepted Answer

Tylenol (acetaminophen): Tylenol (acetaminophen) with Codeine is stronger, with more addictive potential.

Question 10

how many tylenol (acetaminophen) #3 with codeine can the average adult take without overdosing?

Accepted Answer

See below: Not more then 6-8 a day.

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