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I am not a medical professional and cannot provide personalized medical advice. However, I can give you some general information about acetaminophen (the active ingredient in Tylenol) that may help you in your decision.

First, it's important to follow the dosage instructions provided by the manufacturer or your healthcare provider. Taking too much acetaminophen can lead to serious liver damage. According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the maximum daily dose of acetaminophen for adults is generally 3,000 milligrams (mg) per day [1].

However, there may be situations where a higher dose of acetaminophen is recommended under the supervision of a healthcare provider. For example, some studies suggest that higher doses of acetaminophen may be more effective for certain types of pain, such as osteoarthritis [2].

It's also worth noting that acetaminophen is available in different forms and strengths, so it's important to consider the total amount of acetaminophen you are taking in a day, regardless of the form or brand.

If you are considering increasing your dosage of Tylenol, I would recommend discussing it with your healthcare provider first. They can help determine whether a higher dose is appropriate for your situation and ensure that it won't interact negatively with any other medications you may be taking.

Sources:

1. U.S. Food and Drug Administration. (2021). Acetaminophen. <https://www.fda.gov/drugs/postmarket-drug-safety-information-patients-and-providers/acetaminophen-information>.
2. Towheed, T. E., Maxwell, L., Judd, M. G., & Hochberg, M. C. (2006). Acetaminophen for osteoarthritis. Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews, (3), CD004257. <https://www.cochranelibrary.com/cdsr/doi/10.1002/14651858.CD004257.pub2/full>.
3. DrugPatentWatch. (2021). Tylenol. <https://www.drugpatentwatch.com/drugs/tylenol>.