Does Tylenol's effect wear off in a month or so?

Question:

I have been taking it for maybe 5 or 6 weeks, about 6 pills (500mg) a day. It doesnt seem to work like it did, for my achy back and other things. I prefer it over ibuprofen because I can take it on an empty stomach. And ibroprofen comes with so many warnings about dosage.

Answers:
Different people can react differently to medications. It is possible to build tolerances to meds or for them to seem to be less effective as you put it.

There is also a "rebound effect" with many over-the-counter pain relievers that are taken like this. (The drug may actually be causing the pain after time.) Tylenol was not meant for long term daily use. You should check with your doctor for something more appropriate.

Well, it's true that Ibuprofen and the other NSAIDs come with many warnings, but taking too much Tylenol over a period of time can cause serious liver damage. If you suffer from chronic pain, talk to your doctor about pain medication that can be prescribed for you. Just because ylenol is over-the-counter doesn't mean that it's harmless or the best choice.

Does Tylenol's effect wear off in a month or so?

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