Acetaminophen Flashcards
1
Q
What is the brand name for Acetaminophen?
A
Tylenol
2
Q
What effects do Acetaminophen provide?
A
- analgesia
2. fever reducer
3
Q
What does Acetaminophen not do?
A
no anti-inflammatory effect
4
Q
How is Acetaminophen metabolized?
A
toxic metabolite production which is bound to glutathione rendering non-toxic
5
Q
What are the adverse effects of Acetaminophen seen with an overdose? (3)
A
- Methemoglobinemia
- Heinze Bodies
- liver tissue destruction
6
Q
What is methemoglobinemia?
A
Effects the RBC oxygen carrying capacity by oxidation of the iron on the hemoglobin (toxic to RBC)
7
Q
What are Heinz Bodies?
A
denatured hemoglobin
8
Q
Acetaminophen is toxic to cats. What does is considered to be a toxic dose? (2)
A
- 1 extra strength Tylenol
2. 500 mg
