Question 1

14 years expired acetaminophen w codeine elixir. safe? what is likelihood of opioid/codeine amount still present?

Accepted Answer

If it has: been opened for that long, throw it out. If still sealed air tight and has been stored in a cool dark cabinet it may be safe. Best bet is to not risk it and get fresh.

Question 2

male, 57yrs. 
pain is getting too much. allergic to opiods and opiates. now on 2x diclofenac50 + 4x 1000mg acetaminophen, but it's not enough. can't sleep, tired all day. tired of the pain too. what options have i got left?

Accepted Answer

TOO MANY ANALGESICS: I already answered this question. Diclofenac is a non steroidal anti-inflammatory and is processed by the kidneys and can be tough on the stomach as well as being a blood thinner. That is a lot of acetaminophen a day as well tough on the liver. You may need to really discuss this regimen and other things that you can do for pain. Maybe this is why she will not give more. Try exercise and therapy.

Question 3

how much acetaminophen is too much?

Accepted Answer

Depends?: The recommended limit on use of Acetaminophen for adults if 4 grams a day.  If you have liver disease, it is much less if any at all.  Drinking alcohol would preclude these doses.  "tylenol" is metabolized in the liver and anything affecting the liver is to be considered seriously.  Consider alternatives such as ibuprofen.  If in doubt, discuss with your pcp or with your pharmacist.  Be careful!

Question 4

is it ok to take acetaminophen everyday?

Accepted Answer

Yes but why?: Do you have some chronic discomfort that needs analysis.  Acetaminophen will mask pain and given you comfort in moderate doses.  But a chronic pain should be discussed with your family doctor so the cause, if present, can be more directly treated.

Question 5

how would 50 grams of acetaminophen affect me?

Accepted Answer

50 Grams: This would be the equivalent of taking a bottle of 100 tablets of extra strength tylenol.  This has the potential of being anywhere from fatal to cause permanent liver damage.  If you know anyone who consumed this much acetaminophen, see that the patient gets to the emergency department asap.

Question 6

what should i do if i took too much acetaminophen?

Accepted Answer

See below: Depends on how much is 'too much'. If one extra tablet one time, probably ok. If more that 2 extra tablets, should go to er. If 1 or 2 extra on multiple occasions should see your doctor. Also if you drink alcohol, it could be more serious. Tylenol (acetaminophen) can cause serious liver damage, & alcohol can make it worse.

Question 7

is 3000mg of acetaminophen fatal?

Accepted Answer

Acetaminophen: Normally not, assuming there is no liver dysfunction and no additional Acetaminophen ingested prior.  Sometime in the not too distant future, the fda will set the maximum amount amount that can be taken in 24 hours to be 3, 000 mg.

Question 8

what is propoxyphene/acetaminophen?

Accepted Answer

Darvocet: A pain killer which has been removed off the market due to association with cardiac toxicity.

Question 9

acetaminophen effects on the elderly?

Accepted Answer

Acetaminophen elders: Acetaminophen is extremely safe and is the safest mild pain or fever medicine that elderly persons can take. The only concern would be if the elderly person has severe chronic liver disease or chronic alcoholism or takes more than 3000 mg a day for a long period of time.

Question 10

is there a safe acetaminophen for celiacs?

Accepted Answer

Safe ??: I see no ingredients in acetaminophen in tablet, gel cap or capsule that would make it unsafe for celiac disease patients. Capsules are composed primarily of collagen made from animal sources. As with any drug, if used at excessive doses it can be harmful to anyone.

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