Acetaminophen Flashcards by Samuel Truong | Brainscape

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Brand name of Acetaminophen

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Tylenol

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Classification of Acetaminophen

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non-opioid analgesic; antipyretic (anti-fever)

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Indications for Acetaminophen

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Pain; fever

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Contraindications for Acetaminophen

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Hypersensitivity to med, alcohol abuse, liver failure

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Absorption of Acetaminophen

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Gastric tract, mainly the small intestines

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Onset of Acetaminophen

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PO (per os/ by mouth): 10-30mins

PR (pro re nata/ as needed): 1-2hrs

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Duration of Acetaminophen

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PO and PR: 4-6hrs

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Side Effects of Acetaminophen

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Renal failure, liver

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Adult dosage of Acetaminophen

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up to 1000mg, max 4g a day

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Pediatric dosage of Acetaminophen

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15mg/kj

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Overdose management of Acetaminophen

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Mucomist- ALS

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Routes of administration of Acetaminophen

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PO, PR

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Storage requirements of Acetaminophen

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Store @ room temp– 68-77F

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