Question 1

i have heard tylenol (acetaminophen) and other otc meds can increase the burden on the liver and impact weight loss, as liver function is important in wieight loss. how true is this?

Accepted Answer

Yes and No: Excessive tylenol (acetaminophen) consumption can damage the liver - but would not have a specific effect on weight loss.  Liver function is vital to life, but a normally functioning liver does not regulate one's weight.

Question 2

i recently had a liver function test and the results showed i have liver damage. i'm wondering what i can take as a pain reliever. i've read that acetaminophen is horrible for the liver, but my doctor said it was fine to take. is it?

Accepted Answer

: You still can take Acetaminophen at a reduced dose.
A maximal daily dose less than 2 gm a day in divided doses is allowed.

Question 3

the tips of my nails are starting to turn yellow. i over dosed on panadol, (acetaminophen) a few weeks ago by accident. should i go and get my liver checked out?

Accepted Answer

Unrelated: No connection between the two. Can see md to diagnose nail condition and reassure about liver.

Question 4

exercised
had pains took panadol (acetaminophen). the pains at the right side of my lower abdomen reduced but stil remained now my pubic area is swollen.

Accepted Answer

Hernia vs Appy: Certain conditions increase in likelihood depending on age. It is possible for extremely strained muscles to be a little swollen and tense. The right lower quadrant also holds possibility for dysfunction in the form of a hernia and/or appendicitis. If the skin over your pubic area is swollen, you should be examined in-person.

Question 5

after delivery for 1 month, i need to push hard to pass gas. also pain in lower abdomen with low back pain feels like strain. panadol (acetaminophen) not helping

Accepted Answer

See your doctor: He/she will listen to you, perform an examination, possibly order some tests, and see what's going on.

Question 6

can you take naproxen 500mg then take either tylenol (acetaminophen) or aspirin for break through pain.  are this meds ok to take with elevated liver functions?

Accepted Answer

Yes and no: Aspirin (except for low dose, cardioprotective doses) should not be taken with naproxen. They share similar mechanisms and their toxicities are additive. Tylenol (acetaminophen) (not exceeding 4, 000 mg/24 hours) is okay. The combination if prolonged can affect kidney function.  An overdose of tylenol (acetaminophen) causes liver failure. For severe pain, seek medical attn for reversible causes and/or stronger relief.

Question 7

what are some causes of elevated liver function showing on blood test? thank you!

Accepted Answer

See below: There is a long list of causes as given in the website provided below. Common causes are use of alcohol, hepatitis, heart failure and some drugs/medications.

http://www.mayoclinic.org/symptoms/elevated-liver-enzymes/basics/definition/sym-20050830

Question 8

something on my right side, near the bottom of my ribcage, hurts a bit after i drink. liver function tests show no problems. what might be going on?

Accepted Answer

Some other: possibilities include gallbladder disease, gastrointestinal ulcers ,and gastritis. I see your doctor again and tell him it is worse when you drink, possibly after eating fatty foods as well? If so, that might point to the gallbladder. An ultrasound might be the next step. Also, it may be a good idea to look inside the stomach with a camera. You might need a GI referral. Best of luck!

Question 9

what effect can being septic have on liver function?

Accepted Answer

Impairment: Severe sepsis can cause many different organs to fail including the liver. Inflammatory responses and low blood pressures can cause the liver to not function normally. Usually the liver recovers as the sepsis is treated and the inflammation subsides and blood pressure is corrected. Unfortunately a patient with sepsis severe enough to disrupt liver function has a significant chance of dying.

Question 10

what are your thoughts? could weed show up on a liver function test?

Accepted Answer

No.: Lfts measure levels of enzymes produced by the liver, not anything related to marijuana.

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Panadol and liver function

A member asked:

I have heard tylenol (acetaminophen) and other otc meds can increase the burden on the liver and impact weight loss, as liver function is important in wieight loss. how true is this?

A member asked:

I recently had a liver function test and the results showed i have liver damage. i'm wondering what i can take as a pain reliever. i've read that acetaminophen is horrible for the liver, but my doctor said it was fine to take. is it?

A member asked:

The tips of my nails are starting to turn yellow. i over dosed on panadol, (acetaminophen) a few weeks ago by accident. should i go and get my liver checked out?

A member asked:

Exercised had pains took panadol (acetaminophen). the pains at the right side of my lower abdomen reduced but stil remained now my pubic area is swollen.

A member asked:

After delivery for 1 month, i need to push hard to pass gas. also pain in lower abdomen with low back pain feels like strain. panadol (acetaminophen) not helping

A member asked:

Can you take naproxen 500mg then take either tylenol (acetaminophen) or aspirin for break through pain. are this meds ok to take with elevated liver functions?

A member asked:

What are some causes of elevated liver function showing on blood test? thank you!

A member asked:

Something on my right side, near the bottom of my ribcage, hurts a bit after i drink. liver function tests show no problems. what might be going on?

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What effect can being septic have on liver function?

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What are your thoughts? could weed show up on a liver function test?

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