Acdtaminophen - Offical Flashcards
Class
Analgesic, antipyretic
Mechanism of action
Exact mechanism of action is not known
Indications
Mild to moderate pain, fever reducer, has no anti inflammatory effects
Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to acetaminophen, severe hepatic impairment, or severe active hepatic disease
Adverse reactions / side effects
Rash, hives, angioedema
Drug interactions
There are no severe interactions with acetaminophen and other drugs
Adult dose
1000 mg PO every 4-6 hours not to exceed 5 doses in 24 hours
Pedi doses
10-15 / kg every 4-6 not to exceed 5 doses in 24 hours
Duration of action
30-45 min, 4-6 hours
Pregnancy class
B
Special consideration
1.) known alcoholism
2.) Chronic malnutrition
3.) Severe renal insufficiency