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EMR
EMT
AEMT
Paramedic
Extended
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
Acetaminophen (Tylenol
®
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