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toxic metabolites of paracetamol are removed by healthy livers. patients with liver disease cannot remove them, so the toxins build up and cause more liver damage leading to liver failure
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Is a liver transplant a treatment for Wilson disease?
Patients may be given a liver transplant in the event of liver failure as a complication of WD.
Does paracetamol produce hemolysis in patients with G6PD?
no
Why is anemia a precaution for the use of paracetamol?
Anemia is a precaution for the use of paracetamol due to its potential to cause liver damage. There are types of anemia which are caused by liver disease.
Why are blood tests given to liver cancer patients?
Blood tests may be used to test liver function or to evaluate risk factors in the patient's history.
What is a maximum dose of paracetamol one can take?
Depending on your age, and wheather or not you have a history of liver/gastric problems means this can not be a personal answer. However, for an adult, with no history of gastric/liver problems OR history of allergic reactions to paracetamol or Ibuprofen, you can take up to 1g of paracetamol, and 400mg of ibuprofen.
Why paracetamol is not given as sublingual?
Yy
Is paracetamol suppository bad for infants?
Paracetamol if given simply , for slight fever is bad for the infants.
What are common immunosuppressant drugs given to liver transplant patients?
Prednisone, azathioprine, and tacrolimus are often combined with cyclosporine for better results.
Do pigeons blow up when given paracetamol?
No.
Can paracetamol suppository be administered to patients with high fever and diarrhoea if oral paracetamol does not seem to have an effect?
Diarrhea is not a contra indication for rectal paracetamol. But if the child passes stool as soon as you keep the suppository it may be expelled.
Does paracetamol really stay in the liver for seven years after being consumed?
No, if it did you would overdose if you took any more. The drug is metabolized by/in the liver.
Can you take paracetamol while on Prednisone?
It is the safest pain reliver/anti-inflammatory you could take while on a cycle. Many other options are much more taxing on your liver.
