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What is the maximum daily dose of paracetamol for pediatric patients?
What is the maximum daily dose of paracetamol for pediatric patients?
- 4 gm (correct)
- 15 mg
- 15 mg/kg
- 4 kg
Which of the following is a common side effect of paracetamol?
Which of the following is a common side effect of paracetamol?
- Gastrointestinal bleeding
- Nephrotoxicity
- Respiratory distress
- Hepatotoxicity (correct)
In which condition is the use of paracetamol contraindicated?
In which condition is the use of paracetamol contraindicated?
- Renal impairment
- Hypertension
- Heart failure
- Hepatic failure (correct)
What type of medication is paracetamol primarily used as?
What type of medication is paracetamol primarily used as?
What is the recommended dose of paracetamol for pediatric patients based on weight?
What is the recommended dose of paracetamol for pediatric patients based on weight?
Study Notes
paracetamol is a medication used as antipyretic and analgesic , dose for pediatric is 15mg/kg/dose and maximum dose is 4 gm per day the most side effects are hepatotoxicity it will be contraindicated in hepatic failure patients
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Test your knowledge on the pediatric dosing, maximum daily dose, and side effects of paracetamol. Learn about hepatotoxicity and contraindications in patients with hepatic failure.
