Tylenol overdose

Alternative names

Acetaminophen overdose; Paracetamol overdose

Definition

Poisoning from an overdose of acetaminophen.

Where Found

• Tylenol
  
• Anacin-3
  
• Liquiprin
  
• Panadol
  
• Percocet
  
• Tempra
  

Note: This list is not all inclusive.

Commonly found dosage forms and strengths:

• Suppository: 120 mg, 125 mg, 325 mg, 650 mg
  
• Chewable tablets: 80 mg
  
• Junior tablets: 160 mg
  
• Regular strength: 325 mg
  
• Extra strength: 500 mg
  
• Liquid: 160 mg/ teaspoon
  
• Drops: 100 mg/mL, 120 mg/2.5 mL
  

Symptoms

• Body as a whole
  o Sweating
  o Convulsions
  o Abdominal pain
  
• Gastrointestinal
  o Diarrhea
  o Upset stomach
  o Appetite loss
  o nausea and/or vomiting
  
• Nervous system
  o Irritability
  o Coma
  

Note: Symptoms may be delayed for 12 or more hours after the acetaminophen was swallowed.

Home Treatment

There is no home treatment. Contact Poison Control immediately if someone has consumed an overdose of acetamenophen: 1-800-222-1222.

Extreme overdose of acetomenophen can lead to death in several days but can be treated effectively if rapid treatment is administered.

Before Calling Emergency

Determine the following information:

• The patient's age, weight, and condition
  
• The name of the product (ingredients and strengths if known)
  
• The time it was swallowed
  
• The amount swallowed
  

Poison Control, or a local emergency number