Tylenol with Codeine

Who is Tylenol with Codeine for ?

Tylenol with Codeine is used to relieve mild to moderate pain. Tylenol with Codeine is sometimes prescribed for other uses; ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.

Tylenol with Codeine is a combination pain medication that contains a simple analgesic (acetaminophen) and a narcotic (codeine). Acetaminophen works by suppressing your body’s production of certain chemicals that cause pain. Codeine raises your pain threshold and blunts your brain’s perception of pain.

When should I be careful taking Tylenol with Codeine ?

Before taking Tylenol with Codeine,

• tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to acetaminophen, codeine, sulfite or any other drugs.
• tell your doctor and pharmacist what prescription and nonprescription medications you are taking, especially acetaminophen (Tylenol with Codeine); antidepressants; medications for cough, cold, or allergies; other pain relievers; sedatives, sleeping pills, tranquilizers; and vitamins.
• tell your doctor if you have or have ever had liver or kidney disease, a history of alcoholism, lung or thyroid disease, prostatic hypertrophy, or urinary retention.
• tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding. If you become pregnant while taking Tylenol with Codeine, call your doctor.
• if you are having surgery, including dental surgery, tell the doctor or dentist that you are taking Tylenol with Codeine.
• you should know that this drug may make you drowsy. Do not drive a car or operate machinery until you know how this drug affects you.
• remember that alcohol can add to the drowsiness caused by this drug.

Tylenol with Codeine Side Effects

Although side effects from Tylenol with Codeine are not common, they can occur. Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away:

• dizziness
• lightheadedness
• drowsiness
• upset stomach
• vomiting
• constipation
• stomach pain
• rash
• difficulty urinating

If you experience either of the following symptoms, call your doctor immediately:

• difficulty breathing
• mood changes