What are the signs of paracetamol overdose?

Paracetamol is an over -the -counter (OTC), generic painkiller for adults and children. Overdose is relatively common events in the West. Symptoms may be missing within the first 24 hours or may include nausea, vomiting, sweating and pale. As liver function becomes more compromised, jaundice, confusion and loss of consciousness and other symptoms are possible. If not treated, the patient experiences serious symptoms such as organ failure, brain swelling and possible death.

In the US and the UK, paracetamol is generally sold as acetaminophen. Tylenol® and Panadol® are available in some parts of the world. This medicine can be purchased in tablet, capsules, liquids or cone formulations for adults or children. It can also be administered intravenously or intramuscularly qualified medical staff. Make sure the one remains far from paracetamol overdose, no more than 4000 milligrams in 24 hours should be taken. Children's doses are based on body weight at 2 teaSpoons at £ 2.2 (10 milligrams per kilogram) every four to six hours.

Without more than 7,000 milligrams of this drug is likely to be overdosed. This amount may vary somewhat depending on the person's overall health and any other medicines he uses. A person in poor health on multiple medicines or someone who is alcoholic may have less than 7000 milligrams overdose.

In the first 12-24 hours after overdose with paracetamol, there may be no symptoms, but some people may experience nausea, vomiting, excessive sweating and paleness. As the liver metabolizes paracetamol, other symptoms may occur. They may include jaundice, ie yeast of the skin, abdominal pain, confusion, kidney failure or loss of consciousness. The final phase of paracetamol overdose are characterized by multiple organ failure, low blood sugar content, coagulation problems, sips, swelling of the brainU and death. No matter how much paracetamol someone has taken, it is unlikely to die in less than five days.

Once the overdose of paracetamol is documented, treatment should be started immediately. In the best circumstances it would be within 8-12 hours of an overdose. Treatment must be administered in the hospital. The treatment may include activated coal, flood flood and/or IPECAC syrup. According to the Cochrane Institute, the activated coal seems to be most effective in minimizing drug absorption. If someone survives with paracetamol, the liver and other authorities will generally recover in a few weeks to several months.