Paramedic Drug Facts: Acetaminophen

Acetaminophen

Trade Name: Tylenol

Class: Anti-pyretic
Indications: Fever
Contraindications: Liver failure; hypersensitivity; exceed max dose
Side effects: Liver toxicity
Adult Dose: 1 g q 6 hours; max 4 g in 24 hours
Pediatric Dose: 15 mg/kg q 6 hours