Printable Patient Handouts for Adults

These patient education handouts, 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 handouts along with TYLENOL® samples on a quarterly basis.

Topics

Dosage and Proper Use

FAQs About New Dosage Instructions for Extra Strength TYLENOL®
Frequently Asked Questions About New Dosage for Extra Strength TYLENOL®
For office staff: Keep by phone for easy reference when patients call with TYLENOL® dosage questions.
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Understanding Common Acetaminophen Medications
Understanding Acetaminophen and Acetaminophen-Containing Medicines List
List of common acetaminophen-containing OTC and Rx medications. Also includes "Understanding Acetaminophen."
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How to Read a Drug Facts Label
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.
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Get Relief Responsibly® website for patients
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.
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Cold and Flu

The Facts About Colds and the Flu
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 handouts 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.
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Weight Loss Tips: Reduce Arthritis Pain
KEEP MOVING® Weight Loss Handout
Helpful sheet provides tips and explains how even a small weight loss can help overweight patients reduce OA pain.
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Arthritis Help: Weight Loss and BMI 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.
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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.
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Pain

Headache Tracker
Headache Tracker
This template helps patients keep track of headaches and possible triggers.
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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.
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Web Resources You Can Recommend to Adult Patients

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.

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

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