Acetaminophen Flashcards
1
Q
Acetaminophen trade name
A
Tylenol
2
Q
Acetaminophen class
A
Analgesic/ antipyretic
3
Q
Acetaminophen MOA
A
Cox inhibitor prostaglandin synthesis inhibitor anti inflammatory
4
Q
Acetaminophen indications
A
Pain management
Fever
5
Q
Acetaminophen contraindications
A
Hypersensitivity
Liver disease
6
Q
Acetaminophen side effects
A
Nausea/vomiting
Constipation
7
Q
Acetaminophen onset/ duration
A
Onset 15min IV Oral 30-60 min
Duration 4-6 hours IV Oral 3-4 hours
8
Q
Acetaminophen dose
A
Adult pain/fever 1000mg IV/IO
Pediatric pain/fever 15mg/kg max 1000mg