Acetaminophen is a non-opiate, analgesic and antipyretic, prescribed for headache, pain (muscle ache, backache) and fever either alone or combined with other medications.
Acetaminophen indications
Acetaminophen is a non-opiate, analgesic and antipyretic, prescribed for headache, pain (muscle ache, backache) and fever either alone or combined with other medications.
Acetaminophen contraindication
Hypersensitivity.
Acetaminophen dosage
The oral dose for adults is 325 to 650 mg every 4 to 6 hours. The maximum daily dose is 4 grams. Child- the recommended dose is 10 to 15 mg/kg every 4 to 6 hours.
Acetaminophen usage
It comes as a tablet and capsule to take by mouth, with or without food.
Acetaminophen precautions
Caution should be exercised in patients with history of alcohol dependency, kidney or liver impairment, G6PD deficiency, elderly, children, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. It may cause liver damage; avoid long-term use of Acetaminophen.
Acetaminophen side effects
Nausea, stomach pain, loss of appetite, upper stomach pain, dark urine, clay colored stool, allergic reactions, skin rash and kidney impairment.
Acetaminophen warning
Avoid excess dosage. Do not crush or chew extended-release tablets, because it can release the entire drug at once, increasing the risk of side effects. Also, do not split the tablets unless they have a score line. Swallow the whole or split tablet without crushing or chewing.
Acetaminophen storage conditions
Store tablets and solution at room temperature 15°- 30°C. Keep Acetaminophen out of the reach of children.
Diphenhydramine
What is Diphenhydramine
Diphenhydramine HYDROCHLORIDE INJECTION, USP Diphenhydramine Hydrochloride Injection is a sterile, nonpyrogenic solution for intravenous or deep intramuscular use as an antihistaminic agent. Each mL contains Diphenhydramine hydrochloride 50 mg and benzethonium chloride 100 mcg in Water for Injection. pH 4.0-6.5; sodium hydroxide and/or hydrochloric acid added, if needed, for pH adjustment. Diphenhydramine Hydrochloride Injection is effective in adults and pediatric patients, other than premature infants and neonates, for the following conditions when the oral form is impractical: Antihistaminic For amelioration of allergic reactions to blood or plasma, in anaphylaxis as an adjunct to epinephrine and other standardmeasures after the acute symptoms have been controlled and for other uncomplicated allergic conditions of the immediate type when oral therapy is impossible or contraindicated. Motion Sickness For active treatment of motion sickness. Antiparkinsonism For use in parkinsonism, when oral therapy is impossible or contraindicated, as follows: parkinsonism in the elderly who are unable to tolerate more potent agents, mild cases of parkinsonism in other age groups and in other cases of parkinsonism in combination with centrally acting anticholinergic agents. Diphenhydramine is a Antihistamine usually used to treat allergies. Some of the most prescribed drugs in this class include: Zyrtec; Allegra; Clarinex; Astelin.
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Can Acetaminophen/Diphenhydramine be stopped immediately or do I have to stop the consumption gradually to ween off?
In some cases, it always advisable to stop the intake of some medicines gradually because of the rebound effect of the medicine.
It's wise to get in touch with your doctor as a professional advice is needed in this case regarding your health, medications and further recommendation to give you a stable health condition.
Can Acetaminophen/Diphenhydramine be taken or consumed while pregnant?
Please visit your doctor for a recommendation as such case requires special attention.
Can Acetaminophen/Diphenhydramine be taken for nursing mothers or during breastfeeding?
Kindly explain your state and condition to your doctor and seek medical advice from an expert.
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