These extra strength rapid release gel caps with 500 mg acetaminophen feature laser-drilled holes to release medicine quickly, and help treat minor aches and pains related to headache, backache, minor arthritis pain, toothaches, menstrual cramps, fever and more.

Instructions. Age group directions: Adults and Children 12 Years and Over: Take 2 gelcaps every 6 hours while symptoms last; do not take more than 6 gelcaps in 24 hours, unless directed by a doctor; do not use for more than 10 days unless directed by a doctor.

Description. Tylenol Rapid Release Gels work at the speed of life to temporarily relieve minor aches and pains and reduce fever. Each gelcap features unique laser-drilled holes that work to release medicine fast and contains 500 mg of acetaminophen for effective, extra strength pain relief.

Adults and children 12 years and older: Take 1 gelcap every 4-6 hours. If pain or fever does not improve after 1 gelcap, take 2 gelcaps at next dose. Do not take more than 4000 mg (8 gelcaps) in 24 hours.

Do not take more than directed.

This drug usually has no side effects. If you have any unusual effects, contact your doctor or pharmacist promptly. If your doctor has directed you to use this medication, remember that your doctor has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects.

Can you take TYLENOL® on an empty stomach? The answer is yes, you can! You may take the dose with a glass of water, but you don't need any food in your stomach.

Do not take more than directed.

Dizziness, drowsiness, constipation, stomach upset, blurred vision, or dry mouth/nose/throat may occur. If any of these effects last or get worse, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly.

This drug usually has no side effects. If you have any unusual effects, contact your doctor or pharmacist promptly. If your doctor has directed you to use this medication, remember that your doctor has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects.

Can you take TYLENOL® on an empty stomach? The answer is yes, you can! You may take the dose with a glass of water, but you don't need any food in your stomach. Acetaminophen - the active ingredient in TYLENOL® - is gentler on the stomach than NSAIDs.

Recent data shows that taking Tylenol on an empty stomach may lead to faster absorption compared to taking it with food. This may be because the absence of food allows the medication to be quickly processed and absorbed into the bloodstream.