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Is tylenol (acetaminophen) 3 good for breaking a fever for a 21 year old?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Don't need codeine: Tylenol (acetaminophen) iii contains codeine. I wouldn't use such a big gun unless there was a good indication. Tylenol (acetaminophen) is an antipyretic and relieves pain - it would be a better choice. An NSAID could also help.

Dr Behura agreed

Answered 6/10/2014

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