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Acetaminophen overdose

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Acetaminophen overdose

Definition:

Poisoning from an overdose of acetaminophen.

Alternative Names:
Tylenol overdose; Paracetamol overdose

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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

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