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Precautions to be Exercised While Taking Acetaminophen-2

Patient was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Acetaminophen as follows: Acetaminophen is metabolized by the liver and Acetaminophen intake can lead to hepatic injury. Individuals with history of compromised liver function cannot metabolize Acetaminophen and this can lead to increased blood levels of Acetaminophen for longer duration, leading to toxicity. Acetaminophen should be avoided or used with extreme caution in such individuals. Watch for symptoms of hepatic injury and altered liver function, [...]

Precautions to be Exercised While Taking Acetaminophen-1

Patient was educated on precautions to be exercised while taking Acetaminophen as follows: Acetaminophen must be avoided in individuals allergic to any OTC medications for common cold and allergies, as many of these products have Acetaminophen in them. Watch closely for any acetaminophen in all the OTC products you purchase, such as, medications for common cold and allergies, by reading the contents carefully. Many of these products contain Acetaminophen and by taking your Acetaminophen pill [...]

Contraindications for Using Acetaminophen

Patient was educated on contraindications for using Acetaminophen as follows: Acetaminophen must be avoided in individuals allergic to any OTC medications for common cold and allergies, as many of these products have Acetaminophen in them. Acetaminophen is metabolized by the liver and Acetaminophen intake can lead to hepatic injury. Individuals with history of compromised liver function cannot metabolize Acetaminophen and this can lead to increased blood levels of Acetaminophen for longer duration, leading to toxicity. [...]

Side Effects of Acetaminophen Use

Patient was educated on the side effects of using Acetaminophen as follows: Nausea, vomiting, and dry mouth These are some of the most common side effects of Acetaminophen. Taking Acetaminophen with some food can minimize the effects of nausea and vomiting. Liberal intake of water and sucking on a hard candy can help preventing a dry mouth. Dizziness Acetaminophen can produce mild drowsiness and dizziness, as a side effect in some individuals. Avoid driving or [...]

How to Take Acetaminophen

Patient was educated on how to take Acetaminophen as follows: Take Acetaminophen pill with or without food along with a full 8 oz. glass of water. Taking the medication with food helps prevent any nauseating sensation. Evenly space out the doses of pain pill and take the dose at the scheduled time every day. Keeping to the schedule of Acetaminophen intake helps to avoid forgetting the medication. Do not wait for the pain to peak [...]