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Does Intake Of Tylenol Cause Liver Problems?

HI, I was on OxyContin for Fibromyalgia pain. No doctor would prescribe it for me. Do not currently have a family doctor. I have Cholangitis, drug induced hepatitis. All I could take for pain was two Tylenol extra Strength I take two in morning and at bedtime. I am now having pain in my back on lower right quadrant. Plus low grade fevers. IAm I putting my liver in trouble by taking these Tylenol.
Mon, 1 Aug 2016
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The recommended maximum daily intake of Tylenol is 3 grams, so by only taking 2 grams a day you aren't at much risk for liver damage, but you might consider alternating the Tylenol with ibuprofen
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Does Intake Of Tylenol Cause Liver Problems?

Hello The recommended maximum daily intake of Tylenol is 3 grams, so by only taking 2 grams a day you aren t at much risk for liver damage, but you might consider alternating the Tylenol with ibuprofen