Acetaminophen

Question 1

Acetaminophen Trade Name?

Answer 1

Tylenol

Question 2

Acetaminophen Indications?

Answer 2

-Mild to moderate pain
-Fever

Question 3

Acetaminophen Contraindications?

Answer 3

-Hypersensitivity
-Severe hepatic impairment or liver disease

Question 4

Acetaminophen Adult Dose?

Answer 4

Fever:
1g IV/IO over 15 min
500mg-1000mg PO
Pain: 1g IV/IO

Question 5

Acetaminophen Pediatric Dose?

Answer 5

15mg/kg. PO

Question 6

Acetaminophen Max Dose Adult/Pediatric?

Answer 6

not to exceed 1g/daily