ACETAMINOPHEN (TYLENOL) Flashcards
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ACETAMINOPHEN
Class?

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- Analgesic (pain reliever)
- Antipyretic (fever reducer)
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ACETAMINOPHEN
Indications?

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- Fever in children during long transports
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ACETAMINOPHEN
Contraindications?

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- Hypersensitivity
- Hepatic Failure/Impairment (Liver)
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ACETAMINOPHEN
Administration?

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- Pediatric: [10-15mg/kg] Orally; not to exceed 50 mg/kg 24 hours
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ACETAMINOPHEN
Drug Interactions?

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- Phenothiazines-may cause hypothermia
- Phenobarbital-increases hepatic toxicity
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ACETAMINOPHEN
Special Notes?

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- Intended for fever control in pediatric patients during long transports to prevent febrile seizures