Acdtaminophen - Offical Flashcards

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Class

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Analgesic, antipyretic

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Mechanism of action

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Exact mechanism of action is not known

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Indications

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Mild to moderate pain, fever reducer, has no anti inflammatory effects

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Contraindications

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Hypersensitivity to acetaminophen, severe hepatic impairment, or severe active hepatic disease

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Adverse reactions / side effects

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Rash, hives, angioedema

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Drug interactions

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There are no severe interactions with acetaminophen and other drugs

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Adult dose

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1000 mg PO every 4-6 hours not to exceed 5 doses in 24 hours

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Pedi doses

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10-15 / kg every 4-6 not to exceed 5 doses in 24 hours

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Duration of action

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30-45 min, 4-6 hours

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Pregnancy class

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B

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Special consideration

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1.) known alcoholism
2.) Chronic malnutrition
3.) Severe renal insufficiency

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