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2007-07-23 18:07:07 · 5 answers · asked by we exist 2 in Health ➔ Other - Health
Overdosing on Tylenol is possible, however you do have to work at it. Your body is an extremely effective filter and can pretty easily get rid of whatever you throw at it (up to a certain point, that is).
My advice:
1. Stop taking Tylenol/Ibuprofen (Tylenol's generic name). It has been shown to accelerate the onset of Alzheimer's disease. Take Aspirin instead, unless you are allergic to it. Also, remember that headaches can be caused by dehydration, so the next time you have a headache, drink a tall glass of water before taking any pills. Another suggestion is to stretch before physical activity, reducing the stress on your muscles ad joints, thus decreasing the likelihood of pain.
2. Read the dosage amounts on the bottle. If you are an adult and very tall or big, three Tylenol at once shouldn't hurt you. However, taking six in two hours is a pretty stupid move. You should wait at least three or four hours before taking another dose.
Hope you don't get sick. if you start feeling numb or nauseated go to the doctor.
2007-07-23 18:23:55 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes and no.
Where 6 Tylenol will not kill you today, it is well known that in excess it causes liver damage.
Liver damage can kill you over time.
If you have to take extra OTC pain relief, use ibuprofen, you can take up to 800mg in 6 hours.
2007-07-23 18:08:56 · answer #2 · answered by Alex 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
no, but don't take more, you'll just destroy your liver and turn yellow, then green and die over a period of years from liver damage.
2007-07-23 18:11:08 · answer #3 · answered by winkcat 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you care for your liver and kidneys I would not suggest it.
2007-07-23 18:10:34 · answer #4 · answered by perfect_blue_and_blond 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Probably won't overdose and die, but it certainly won't do you liver any good.
2007-07-23 18:21:31 · answer #5 · answered by therustedknight 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋