While you are pregnant, you may also have other common
problems, like a cold, mild headache, backache, mild fever, or the flu, that
are not caused by your pregnancy. These minor symptoms generally do not cause
problems or hurt your baby. It is safe to use acetaminophen, such as Tylenol or
Panadol, during pregnancy to help relieve discomfort or mild fever.
Acetaminophen dosage: The usual dose is 650 mg;
recommended doses may range from 500 mg to 1,000 mg. You can take 650 mg every
4 hours or 1,000 mg every 6 hours in a 24-hour period. Do not take more than
the maximum adult dose of 4,000 mg in a 24-hour period.
Be sure to follow these nonprescription medication precautions.
- Use, but do not exceed, the maximum recommended
doses.
- Carefully read and follow all labels on the medicine bottle
and box.
- Do not use other nonprescription medicines, such as
nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), until
you have talked with your health professional.
