Acetaminophen Flashcards
Acetaminophen:
Classification -
1. ___
2. ___
Classification -
- Antipyretic.
- Analgesic.
Acetaminophen:
Action -
1. ___
2. ___
Action -
- Inhibits prostaglandin in CNS to reduce fever.
- Blocks pain impulses.
Acetaminophen:
Onset of Action -
1. PO and PR: ___
Onset of Action -
1. PO and PR: 10-30 minutes.
Acetaminophen:
Duration of Action -
1. PO and PR: ___
Duration of Action -
1. PO and PR: 3-4 hours.
Acetaminophen:
Contraindication -
1. ___
2. ___
Contraindication -
- Hypersensitivity.
- Severe liver disease.
Acetaminophen: Use with Caution - 1. \_\_\_ 2. \_\_\_ 3. \_\_\_
Use with Caution -
- Anemia.
- Liver disease.
- Renal disease.
Acetaminophen:
Dosage and Administration -
1. Adult: ___
Dosage and Administration -
1. Adult: 500-1,000 mg orally.
Acetaminophen: Adverse Reaction - 1. \_\_\_ 2. \_\_\_ 3. \_\_\_
Adverse Reaction -
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Rash
Acetaminophen:
Indication -
1. ___
2. ___
Indication -
- Fever.
- Pain management.
Acetaminophen:
Dosage and Administration -
1. Pediatric: ___
Dosage and Administration -
1. Pediatric: 15 mg/kg orally or by rectal suppository.