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Acetaminophen overdose

Definition:
Poisoning from an overdose of acetaminophen.

Alternative Names:
Tylenol overdose; Paracetamol overdose

Where Found:
  • Tylenol
  • Anacin-3
  • Liquiprin
  • Panadol
  • Percocet
  • Tempra

Note: This list is not all inclusive.

Commonly found dosage forms and strengths:

  • Suppository: 120 mg, 125 mg, 325 mg, 650 mg
  • Chewable tablets: 80 mg
  • Junior tablets: 160 mg
  • Regular strength: 325 mg
  • Extra strength: 500 mg
  • Liquid: 160 mg/ teaspoon
  • Drops: 100 mg/mL, 120 mg/2.5 mL


Review Date: 5/23/2003
Reviewed By: Todd Severson, M.D., Department of Emergency Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Medical Center, Philadelphia, PA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.

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