Here is an example of a nomogram for acetaminophen. When the patient plots in the grey area, we would institute aggressive measures to counteract the effects of the drug... particularly on the liver. Mucomyst is the drug of choice for acetaminophen toxicity.
http://www.merckmanuals.com/professional/print/lexicomp/acetylcysteine.html
Have any of you had experience with acetaminophen toxicity?
Very interesting. Thank you for sharing.
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Jordyn
Poisoning usually happens when the medicine contains too much toxic ingredients.
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