Get Virtual Care
For Businesses
About Us
A member asked:
I had terrible cramps last night i took 500mg of tylenol (acetaminophen) at 4am & 11am. i took ibuprofen at 4pm then 8am. the dosage was 400 each. is this an overdose?
3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Dosing: No it is not excessive ;acetaminophen I usually advise less than 3000 mg in 24 hours with normal liver function and ibuprofen less than 2400 mg in 24 hours in those without hypertension and normal renal function
Answered 11/28/2017
993 views
Thank
Related Questions
A member asked:
My doctor said I'm not supposed to take Tylenol (acetaminophen) or Motrin because of my recent IBS like symptoms. I'm having horrible period cramps. What can I take?
4 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
A member asked:
Had a bilateral mastectomy weeks ago. I sleep on my back and get leg and foot cramps. Tylenol (acetaminophen) or Advil haven't helped. Other options?
5 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
A member asked:
Instead of using ibuprofen for period cramps can I use magnesium and tylenol (acetaminophen) and get a similar effect?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
A member asked:
I have a kidney stone and menstral cramps. I am in horrible pain. Can i take 800mg of ibuprofen and 1000mg of tylenol (acetaminophen) together?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
A member asked:
I'd like to know how to stop period cramps completely. How do I achieve a cramp free life? (Ibuprofen and Tylenol (acetaminophen) don't seem to stop my pain...)
A doctor has provided 1 answer
People also searched for:
I get terrible menstrual cramps, which do not go away with advil, tylenol, (acetaminophen) motrin, midal, or a heating pad. What should I do to relieve my pain?
How long after taking 2 500mg Tylenol (acetaminophen) can I take Motrin? I left my Motrin at home and my friend is getting it for me but I took Tylenol (acetaminophen). Having cramps
Is it effective to take acetaminophen and ibuprofen at the same time to combat period cramps?
Which is better for menstrual cramps: ibuprofen or acetaminophen?
Took 2 Aleve & hr later took 3 Advil & 3 tylenol (acetaminophen) for cramps for period was start next day. Pregnant & worried i did something to harm the baby.?
Didn't find what you're looking for?
90,000 U.S. doctors in 147 specialties are here to answer your questions or offer you advice, prescriptions, and more.
Ask your questionMore of what we treat
Content on HealthTap (including answers) should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and interactions on HealthTap do not create a doctor-patient relationship. Never disregard or delay professional medical advice in person because of anything on HealthTap. Call your doctor or 911 if you think you may have a medical emergency.
HIPAASecure
SOC 2 Type 2Certified
JCAHOAccredited
Download HealthTap
Video visit and message your doctor
