For Adult Patients: Printable Education Resources

These patient education resources, most available in English and Spanish, can be used both during the office visit and after patients return home. You can also order pre-printed patient education resources along with TYLENOL® samples on a quarterly basis.

Topics

Dosing and Proper Use

Frequently Asked Questions About New Dosing for Extra Strength TYLENOL
NEW! Frequently Asked Questions About New Dosing for Extra Strength TYLENOL®
For office staff: Keep by phone for easy reference when patients call with TYLENOL® dosing questions.
Common Acetaminophen-Containing Medicines
NEW! Understanding Acetaminophen and Acetaminophen-Containing Medicines List
List of common acetaminophen-containing OTC and Rx medications. Also includes "Understanding Acetaminophen."
How to Read a Drug Facts Label
NEW! How to Read a Drug Facts Label
An enlarged TYLENOL® package provides an example of an OTC drug facts label with an explanation of key sections of the label.
NEW! GET RELIEF RESPONSIBLY™ Website for Patients
NEW! GET RELIEF RESPONSIBLY™ Website for Patients
Addresses many aspects of the proper use of acetaminophen. Patients can access informational videos, tips from medical experts and interactive tools designed to help them determine if their medicines contain acetaminophen.

Cold and Flu

Prevention and Self-Care Tips
Help patients differentiate colds from the flu and manage these illnesses. Also, this resource explains why antibiotics are not appropriate treatment for viruses.

OA Management

Resources from the KEEP MOVING® Program

KEEP MOVING® program resources can help patients manage their arthritis pain better through exercise, diet, and joint protection.

Portion Size
What Does a Portion Look Like?
Gives patients a visual way to understand standard serving sizes and to gauge their own portions.
(Not available in Spanish)
KEEP MOVING Weight Loss Handout
KEEP MOVING® Weight Loss Handout
Helpful sheet provides tips and explains how even a small weight loss can help overweight patients reduce OA pain.
Spanish version coming soon!
Monthly Weight Loss Tracker
Monthly Weight Loss Tracker
A simple grid and BMI chart illustrate how even a small weight loss can significantly reduce the load on a patient's knees.
(Not available in Spanish)
KEEP MOVING Exercise Handout
KEEP MOVING® Exercise Handout
Arthritis-friendly exercise instructions convey that appropriate physical activity can help patients manage OA pain.
Spanish version coming soon!
Monthly Arthritis Assessments
Monthly Arthritis Assessments
Two easy-to-use grids give patients a visual representation of how their arthritis symptoms may be changing over time.
(Not available in Spanish)

Pain

Headache Tracker
Headache Tracker
This template helps patients keep track of headaches and possible triggers.

Sleeplessness

How to Get Good Sleep for Good Health
How to Get Good Sleep for Good Health
One-page handout provides recommended hours of sleep, tips for improving sleep hygiene, and information on sleeplessness with pain.

Web Resources You Can Recommend to Adult Patients

Medications/Proper Use: www.answersintheaisles.com
"Answers in the Aisles" aims to provide information to consumers and users of OTC medicines. Topics include choosing OTC medicines, taking them properly, and proper dosing for children.

OA Management: www.justkeepmoving.com
This online component of the KEEP MOVING® program presents a comprehensive approach to managing mild-to-moderate osteoarthritis pain. Topics include exercise, weight management, and joint protection. The site also offers free tools, a newsletter and coupons.

General Wellness: www.myhealthyseasons.com
The Healthy Seasons web site provides useful information on a wide range of topics, such as allergies, arthritis, and sleep. Visitors can also sign up for a free monthly e-newsletter and special wellness-related offers.

TYLENOL® Products: www.tylenol.com
Information on every TYLENOL® product (adult and children) is displayed in a clear, user-friendly format. Also includes educational messages, proper use tips, product news, and more.

Patient Assistance Programs: www.access2wellness.com
Access2wellness, a service supported by Johnson & Johnson, provides access to one of the broadest selections of assistance programs that offer more than 1,000 prescription medications, for free or at a discount, to patients who qualify.

Savings/Coupons: www.valuesforhealth.com
This site features coupons and special offers for a wide range of McNeil Consumer Healthcare products.