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Yes it can.. It can hurt your liver over time also if you take it daily for years

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Q: Can liver be damaged from overdose Tylenol?
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How much Tylenol does it take to overdose but not die?

In one sitting taking anywhere from 6-200 will overdose but not kill. If one person takes 50-200 a day for a week that will kill a liver enough to die. Otherwise the overdose is not lethal if only taken one time. DO NOT OVERDOSE ON TYLENOL- it is extremely painful


What is mucomyst?

Mucomyst is a drug that is designed to improve liver function especially in the case of a Tylenol overdose. The drug helps to prevent any type of liver damage that could occur with the use of the medication (Tylenol) for pain.


What happens to someone who attempts suicide with an overdose of Tylenol pm?

A suicide attempt with Tylenol is painful. Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and irritability are all symptoms of an overdose. Tylenol affects the liver and may cause the liver to fail requiring a transplant, and they will experience all the symptoms of liver failure including jaundice, diarrhea, swollen abdomen, easy bleeding, fatigue, and mental conditions. Tylenol may also cause kidney, heart, and multiple organ failure. People who survive a Tylenol suicide attempt regret the attempt greatly.


You accidentally took four Tylenol pm at 500mg is this an overdose?

One Tylenol is an overdose. Pills kills;


Can Tylenol pm overdose kill you -?

Yes, overdose of any sort of Tylenol can kill you. It is not restricted to the PM. If it does not kill you, then it is a rough ordeal. If the overdose is large enough, you may not be able to keep the charcoal you are forced to drink down. There will be a good deal of vomiting. In some cases, you may be placed into a medically induced coma for a couple of days. Tylenol is very hard on the liver when taken in larger doses. There can be permanent liver damage.


Is Tylenol processed through kidney or liver?

The liver.


Could hydrocodone show up in a drug test while taking Tylenol?

Yes. Hydrocodone has tylenol in it already and by using it with tylenol can increase your risk of overdose. It will still show up in your drug test and possibly cause you to overload your liver so I suggest careful usage by DOCTORS orders only.


Does ibuprofen ruin your liver at the same rate as Tylenol?

Acetaminophen is the activate chemical in Tylenol that causes damage to your liver which is not in ibuprofen


Is Tylenol processed by the liver?

yes


Can you take citalopram with Tylenol extra strength for fever?

Yes, buspirone is metabolized in the liver but it isn't as harsh on the liver as Tylenol. You should be cautious with the amount of Tylenol you take, however.


Would taking too many Tylenol pills be harmful?

Yes. The maximum daily dosage of Tylenol (acetaminophen) is 4,000 mg. In the case of an overdose, especially a severe overdose of 7,000 mg or more, immediate medical help should be sought. If treatment is received within 8 hours, the chance of recovery is very good. Without rapid treatment, a very large overdose of acetaminophen can lead to liver failure and death in a few days.


What can Severe liver disorders cause?

The most common causes of chronic liver failure includes: Acetaminophen (Tylenol) overdose Viruses including hepatitis A, B, and C (especially in children) Reactions to certain prescription and herbal medications Ingestion of poisonous wild mushrooms