Question 1

can i overdose on acetaminophen?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Are considering: Taking an overdose? If you are having
thoughts about killing yourself,  get seen at the nearest emergency room now. Have a friend or relative drive you or call 911 for emergency services for transport. You can call the national suicide hotlines 24/7 at 1-800-suicide (1-800-784-2433) or 1-800-273 – talk (1-800-273-8255) for support.

Question 2

can you get high on acetaminophen?

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No: Do not take acetaminophen with alcohol.
For good health - Have a diet rich in fresh vegetables, fruits, whole grains, low fat milk and milk products, nuts, beans, legumes, lentils and small amounts of lean meats. Avoid saturated fats. Exercise at least 150 minutes/week and increase the intensity of exercise gradually. Do not use tobacco, alcohol, weed or street drugs in any form. 
Practice safe sex.

Question 3

can i take too much acetaminophen?

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Yes: For a healthy individual, it is recommended to not use more than 3 grams in a 24 hour period.

Question 4

what amount acetaminophen in a day?

Accepted Answer

Acetaminophen dose: Acetamenophen of 2 grams a day or less is safe and appropriate.

Question 5

what is 5000 mg of acetaminophen do?

Accepted Answer

Acetominophin: Nausea, vomiting diarrhea and even liver damage or failure.

Question 6

need help. is 1325mg of acetaminophen dangerous?

Accepted Answer

Heavy: A little heavy, but not dangerous for adult w/ normal liver.

Question 7

can someone be fatally allergic to acetaminophen?

Accepted Answer

Rare: Anaphylactic reactions to acetaminphen are rare, but can still occur, especially is someone is severely allergic to Aspirin and non steroidal antiinflammatory drugs.  I principle, one can become allergic to any drug.

Question 8

is 2, 000mg of acetaminophen in one dose too much?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Too much: Maximum recommended at one dose is 1000 mg with max of 4000 mg total per day. This daily max is expected to be lowered soon.
Higher dosage can harm your liver. If you have taken that much, degree of damage may depend on how long you have been doing that. Your doctor can test your liver enzymes to get an idea of how serious your condition is.

Question 9

is it possible for me to overdose on acetaminophen?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely: This drug can be very dangerous if you take more than 4 grams in a day. Man OTC medicines contain it, so you may not know you're taking it-read the label! It can cause liver failure and is the main reason liver transplant in the US today. No joke-be careful.

Question 10

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.

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