Acetaminophen (APAP) Flashcards
1
Q
Acetaminophen Class?
A
Analgesic
Anti-Pyretic
2
Q
Acetaminophen Action?
A
Increases pain threshold; reduces fever
3
Q
Acetaminophen Indications?
A
Fever; pain relief
4
Q
Acetaminophen Contraindications?
A
Hypersensitivity; caution in patients with liver disease
5
Q
Acetaminophen Onset and Duration?
A
10 - 30 mins PO
3 - 4 hours PO
6
Q
Acetaminophen Dose/Route?
A
Adult : 325 - 1000mg PO every 4 - 6 hours
Peds : 15mg/kg PO/PR every 4 - 6 hours
7
Q
Acetaminophen Side Effects?
A
Nausea/vomiting, and hepatotoxicity