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I had shoulder surgery 2 wks ago and am taking 2 extra strength tylenol (acetaminophen) every 10-12 hours, 1000 mg. is it safe to have 1 glass of wine with dinner.

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Dr. Bradford Romans answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Not a good: combination.This IS a toxic brew for your liver.One,or the other,has to go.Don't combine.

Answered 3/4/2015

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Dr. Patrick Kohlitz answered

Yes: If you have a normally functioning liver then you should be fine. The maximum dose of tyelenol per day is generally 3000 mg but this varies from patient to patient.

Answered 3/4/2015

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Dr. Gary Pess answered

Specializes in Hand Surgery

Yes: That should be a safe mix with Tylenol (acetaminophen)

Dr Veres agreed

Answered 3/4/2015

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A member asked:

I had shoulder surgery 2 wks ago and am taking 2 extra strength tylenol (acetaminophen) every 10-12 hours, 1000 mg. is it safe to have 1 glass of wine with dinner.

4 doctors weighed in across 3 answers

Dr. Bradford Romans answered

Dr. Patrick Kohlitz answered

Dr. Gary Pess answered

Dr Veres agreed

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