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Classification for Acedaminophen
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Antipyretic, non-narcotic analgesic
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Trade name for Acetaminophen
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Tylenol
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Indication for giving Acetaminophen
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Fever, pain
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Contraindications for Acetaminophen
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Hypersensitivity
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Action of Acetaminophen
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Antipyretic activity, analgesic activity, inhibition of periphreal and central prostaglandin synthesis
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Dosage of Acetaminophen
Adult and Pediatric
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325mg -1000mg PO every four hours
15mg/ kg PO (liquid) or rectal
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Maximum dose that can be given of Acetaminophen
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4 grams per day
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Cautions for Acetaminophen
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Extreme caution in patients with suspected liver dysfunction
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Trade name of Activated Charcol
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Super Char, Liqui-Char, Aqua-Char, Actidose, Charcodate
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Classification of Activated Charcol
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Antidote, absorbant
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Action of Activated Charcol
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A fine black powder with liquid that absorbs poisionous compounds to its surface to reduce absorption
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Indication for giving Activated Charcol
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Oral poisionings or overdose of non-caustic or other burning poisons
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Contraindications for Activated Charcol
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Do not use if patient has ingested caustic acids, alkilis, lithium, or iron tablets
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Side effects from giving Activated Charcol
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Constipation, vomiting
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Cautions when giving Activated Charcol
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Patient might spit it at you
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