Is tylenol bad for liver?
Tylenol PM is a safe over-the-counter (OTC) sleep aid, which contains diphenhydramine 25mg (Benadryl) and acetaminophen 500mg (Tylenol). Diphenhydramine is an antihistamine, whose most common side effect is drowsiness. Products containing diphenhydramine alone are also available OTC, and may provide an effective and less expensive alternative to the combination products. OTC sleep aids are meant for short-term use (for 2-3 days). Typically they begin to lose effectiveness when used for longer periods. Persistent difficulty sleeping can have many causes and should probably be evaluated by a physician. Proper sleep hygiene can help minimize the need for sleep aids. It is important to incorporate the following common sense items into you routine. Try to eliminated naps during the day. Try to go to bed at the same time every night and make sure the bed is comfortable. Use the bedroom for sleep, not as an office or TV room. Avoid eating large meals before bed, avoid caffeine after noon, and