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Can i take excedrin extra strength with tylenol (acetaminophen) cold daytime medicine?
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No: Both of these formulations contain tylenol (acetaminophen), (acetaminophen) so you should not combine them. You should not take more than 1000 mg of tylenol (acetaminophen) every 6-8 hours.
Answered 12/10/2020
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