HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

question-icon

Is Tylenol Advisable For Children?

default
Posted on Wed, 8 Mar 2017
Question: should tylenol pm be given to children age 9 and 6 to help them sleep
doctor
Answered by Dr. Eric Goldstein (15 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Tylenol PM

Detailed Answer:
Hello. I just read through your question.
Tylenol PM should not be used for children under the age of 12 years.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
doctor
default
Follow up: Dr. Eric Goldstein (3 minutes later)
what can happen to them?
doctor
Answered by Dr. Eric Goldstein (0 minute later)
Brief Answer:
Follow up

Detailed Answer:
It can cause respiratory depression.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
doctor
default
Follow up: Dr. Eric Goldstein (5 minutes later)
what about liver damage?
doctor
Answered by Dr. Eric Goldstein (1 minute later)
Brief Answer:
Follow up

Detailed Answer:
Overdosage of tylenol can cause liver damage in patients of any age.
Note: For further queries related to your child health, Talk to a Pediatrician. Click here to Book a Consultation.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
doctor
Answered by
Dr.
Dr. Eric Goldstein

Pediatrician

Practicing since :1999

Answered : 1303 Questions

Ask me a question
premium_optimized

The User accepted the expert's answer

Ask a Pediatrician
Share on

Get personalised answers from verified doctor in minutes across 80+ specialties

159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM Blog Questions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction
backtotop2
Is Tylenol Advisable For Children?

Brief Answer: Tylenol PM Detailed Answer: Hello. I just read through your question. Tylenol PM should not be used for children under the age of 12 years.