Is it bad to take Tylenol every day for headaches?

Hello,

Although painkillers can relieve a headache, they can also have the opposite effect and cause what is called a drug-induced headache (DIA) if used too often. Indeed, it is recommended to limit the frequency of use of:

If use of agents from both groups is required, do not exceed 20 days/month. Patients who require frequent acute treatments are at risk for COM. Lifestyle modifications and appropriate preventive therapy should be considered.

Hope this answers your question,

Samantha Hui, pharmacy student

Under the supervision of Alexandre Chagnon, pharmacist