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.

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.

“Although a bit more expensive than the regular release pills, they are worth the purchase to get the pain knocked out within 5/10 minutes, versus the 20/30 minute wait for the original pill form to dissolve and enter your system,” a reviewer on Amazon wrote.

Keep in mind that some forms of acetaminophen, such as Tylenol PM, also contain an antihistamine. These products do cause sleepiness. However, it is the antihistamine that causes the drowsiness, not the acetaminophen.

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.

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.

Side effects of Tylenol (acetaminophen) include nausea, stomach pain, headache, hoarseness, loss of appetite, itching, rash, dark urine, clay-colored stools and swelling of the face, throat, tongue or limbs. Seek medical attention if you experience serious Tylenol 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.

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.

Food, especially foods high in pectin (including jellies), carbohydrates, and many types of cruciferous vegetables (broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, and others) can interfere with acetaminophen absorption. It is unclear how much effect this interaction has on acetaminophen activity.

It is considered safe to take acetaminophen every day as long as you follow the recommended dosage guidelines of taking it every 4 to 6 hours, only take what you need, and do not exceed the maximum dosage of 4,000 mg per day (note that some experts believe a maximum limit of 3,000 mg per day is safer for those who take ...