Acetaminophen limit

January 17, 2011

THE FDA is urging drug manufacturers of combination drugs which contain acetaminophen to limit the amount of the ingredient to no more than 325mgs per tablet/ capsule. It is hoped the move will minimise the potential risk of liver damage to users of pain and fever drugs. The FDA has also declared manufacturers must update product labels to reflect acetaminophen’s potential to cause severe liver damage.

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Acetaminophen limit

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