2015 Trumbull Memorial Hospital Demo

Acetaminophen (Tylenol) Acetaminophen (Tylenol ® )

Action

Onset

Analgesic

Peak effect 0.5-2 hours

Indications Pediatric Fever, Pediatric Pain Control

Adult Dose Not Indicated

Pediatric Dose Children ages 2-11 weighing at least 11kg (24 pounds) 15 mg/kg PO via oral syringe, if not given in last 5-6 hours

Contraindications Hypersensitivity, Avoid in patients with severe liver disease

Adverse Reactions Hypothermia, GI bleeding

Precautions None

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EMR

EMT

AEMT

Paramedic

Extended