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Generic Name: Acetaminophen
You experience severe allergic reaction symptoms (swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat causing difficulty breathing), severe rash with skin peeling, sudden intense chest pain, or symptoms of overdose. Call emergency medical services immediately.
Pain relief, fever reduction
Fever, mild to moderate pain
500-1000 mg every 4-6 hours
10-15 mg/kg every 4-6 hours
Use with caution, monitor liver function
4000 mg/day
Increase interval in severe failure
Contraindicated in severe disease
Nausea, rash
Hepatotoxicity
Severe liver disease
Liver warning
Warfarin
N/A
Avoid, increases liver risk
Generally safe
Compatible
Do not exceed max dose
Take as soon as remembered
Pain relief
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The information provided on this website is for educational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of a qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.