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Acetamiophen-Allayna Hill
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Acetaminophen
Presented by: Allayna Hill
Acetaminophen
INTRODUCTION
Trade Names/Classification:
- Actamin
- Tylenol
- Ofirmev (IV)
- Infant's Feverall/Antipyretics
- Nonopioid Analgesics
PURPOSE
Acetaminophen is used to relieve mild to moderate pain
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Headaches
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Colds
Back aches
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Reactions to vaccinations
Sore Throats
Muscle Aches
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Reduce Fever
Menstrual Periods
Toothaches
Routes and Dosage
For an oral dosage, children are to take10-15 mg/kg/dose. The medication must also be taken PO every 4-6 hours
For oral and rectal dosage, adults and teenagers dosage is 650-1000 mgs or 2 pills every 4 hrs as needed.
The dosage is based off of form and strength
Children
Adults/Teenagers
Acetaminophen comes in various forms. The most popular form is in tablets
Other Forms
FORMS
Oral suspension
Capsule
Chewable Tablets
Orally disintegrating tablets
Action and Therapeutic Effects
EFFECTS
Acetaminophen changes the way the body senses pain and cooling the body. The blood level of acetaminophen is in the range of 10-20 mcg/mL
With this drug, adverse effects effects are rare. Some of the following effects include:
ADVERSE
- Hypersensitivity
- Anaphylactic reactions
- Fatal skin reactions
Contraindictions
It is best to avoid foods high in pectin including jellies, carbohydrates, and many types of cruciferous vegetables such as broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, and others. Doing so can interfere with absorption rate.
Cautions when using
CONTRAINDICATIONS AND CAUTIONS
It is not safe to use more than 4 grams (4,000 milligrams) of acetaminophen in one day (24 hours), as this may increase the risk for serious liver problems
Works Cited
https://www.peacehealth.org/medical-topics/id/hn-1072008#:~:text=Reduces%20Effectiveness,can%20interfere%20with%20acetaminophen%20absorption.
https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds
WORKS CITED
https://emedicine.medscape.com/article/2172407-overview
www.urmc.rochester.edu