X Tylenol: To avoid serious side effects, adults should take less than four grams of Tylenol (acetaminophen) per day. Be aware that Tylenol is an ingredient in many prescription pain medicines, including Vicodin, Lortab, Norco, Darvocet, Ultracet, and Fioricet. And those who are also taking over-the-counter preparations such as Tylenol arthritis or cold medications can easily take too much of the drug.

X Flagyl (metronidazole): Drink absolutely no alcohol when taking this antibiotic-consuming even small amounts causes severe facial flushing, nausea and vomiting.

X Warfarin (Coumadin): Be sure to inform all healthcare providers that you are on blood-thinning medicine. Other drugs you are taking may affect the Warfarin dosage you need.

Editor's Note: Pharmacists are equipped to do more than dispense drugs accurately. These well-trained professionals are an integral, and sometimes untapped, part of the healthcare maintenance team.

In this issue, pharmacist Cara Acklin offers tips on taking drugs ranging from painkillers to inhalers. If you have a question about medications, please write to From the Pharmacy, 1100 Waterway Bird, Indianapolis IN 46202.

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