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Taking acetaminophen (Tylenol) and alcohol together can cause liver damage and other serious health risks.
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It is not safe to mix the two, as they can irritate the stomach and, in severe cases, cause ulcers, internal bleeding, and liver damage.
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It is generally safe to take acetaminophen after drinking, but regular, heavy alcohol use combined with repeated daily doses of acetaminophen can predispose the liver to acetaminophen-associated toxicity.
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If you regularly drink more than the recommended number of alcoholic drinks per day, it is best to only use acetaminophen in rare instances and avoid daily doses greater than 4,000 mg.
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Acetaminophen (Tylenol®) is generally safe to take after drinking, but regular, heavy alcohol use combined with repeated daily doses of acetaminophen can predisposes the liver to acetaminophen-associated toxicity. Generally, taking a normal dose of acetaminophen after one night of drinking should not cause liver damage, but regular, heavy alcohol use combined with repeated daily doses of acetaminophen can predisposes the liver to acetaminophen-associated toxicity. If you regularly drink more than the recommended number of alcoholic drinks per day, you’d be best off to only use acetaminophen in rare instances and avoid daily doses greater than 4,000 mg.
Is Acetaminophen Safe to Take When You’re Drinking?
clevelandclinic.org
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Alcohol and acetaminophen — the active ingredient of Tylenol — can negatively affect the liver when taken on their own. When they are mixed, however, the synergistic effect they have on the liver multiplies the potential damage 4 that they can cause.
Alcohol alone can put a significant strain on the liver
Can You Take Tylenol with Alcohol? | Acetaminophen and Alcohol
southjerseyrecovery.com
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As long as you take acetaminophen as directed, you can drink alcohol in moderation. Drinking in moderation means having no more than three drinks per day.
This guideline may sound pretty straightforward, but not all alcoholic drinks are created equal. A standard alcoholic drink contains 0.6 ounces of alcohol.
Acetaminophen (Tylenol) and Alcohol - Healthline
healthline.com
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It is not safe to mix acetaminophen and alcohol. Together they can irritate the stomach and, in severe cases, cause ulcers, internal bleeding, and liver damage.
Acetaminophen, also known as paracetamol or Tylenol, is a drug people use to treat mild-to-moderate pain and fever .
Acetaminophen and alcohol: Safety and risks - Medical News Today
medicalnewstoday.com
