Gastrointestinal Risk

For patients at higher risk for GI complications, TYLENOL® can be an appropriate choice.1-4 

In the stomach, NSAIDs inhibit cyclooxygenase-1 (COX-1)5

In the stomach, COX-1 plays an important role in gastric mucosal protection. NSAID inhibition of COX-1 can diminish this COX-1 mediated protective mechanism. This can lead to GI side effects such as irritation and bleeding.5

Because TYLENOL® does not interfere with COX-1 like NSAIDs, it does not irritate the stomach the way naproxen sodium or even ibuprofen can.1-4  

Watch how NSAIDs can increase GI risk5

Some comorbidities can increase the risk of NSAID-related GI bleeding4,6,7

The GI risks of NSAIDs are even greater in certain patients, including those on aspirin heart therapy and those on certain antiplatelet therapies.

TYLENOL® Extra Strength and Gastrointestinal complications

An appropriate analgesic option

For patients at higher risk for GI complications1-4

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The safety and efficacy of acetaminophen chart

TYLENOL® is the #1 doctor-recommended brand of pain reliever

The safety and efficacy of acetaminophen are well established.

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