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I accidentally bought regular strength acetaminophen (325mg) instead of extra strength (500mg). since the dosage of extra strength is 1000mg (2x500mg), can i just take 3 regular strength totaling 975mg? this would still be less that 3 extra strength.

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Dr. Silviu Pasniciuc answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Yes: Close enough, you will be taking 975 mg per dose. Would suggest not going over 1000 mg per dose/ 3000 mg per day.

Answered 1/4/2020

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A member asked:

I accidentally bought regular strength acetaminophen (325mg) instead of extra strength (500mg). since the dosage of extra strength is 1000mg (2x500mg), can i just take 3 regular strength totaling 975mg? this would still be less that 3 extra strength.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Silviu Pasniciuc answered

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