Acetaminophen for Sore Throat
Medically reviewed by a licensed pharmacist · Last reviewed
Reviewed against: FDA OTC Monograph · American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists
Dose
650-1000mg by mouth every 6 hours as needed for pain. Do NOT exceed 4000mg in 24 hours (3000mg if you have liver disease or drink alcohol regularly).
What to watch for
- Severe liver disease
- Heavy alcohol use
Not for children under 2.
Sources
- FDA OTC Monograph — FDA-OTC-Monograph-Acetaminophen-21CFR343
- American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists
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