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Is it ok to break tylenol 500 mg in two pieces to reduce its strength to approximately 250 mg each?

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Dr. Silviu Pasniciuc answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Yes: Acetaminophen comes also in a liquid form that might be easier to dose and swallow.

Dr Rhoads agreed

Answered 6/19/2020

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Tylenol: If the pill is scored down the middle, then it can be split/cut in two. Do not crush or chew extended-release tablets.

Dr Kuitems and another doctor agreed

Answered 8/4/2020

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