Acetaminophen Deadly Skin Disorders
Acetaminophen May Cause Serious Skin Disorders. Federal regulators just issued a warning concerning acetaminophen’s (commonly found in Tylenol and other painkillers) ties to a rare, but potentially fatal skin disorder that is signaled, in early stages, with rash and blistering. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) … [Read more...]
Acetaminophen Side Effects Link To Liver Failure Lawsuits
Acetaminophen Side Effects Injury Lawsuits. Have you suffered a liver injury or liver failure after taking Tylenol or another drug that contained acetaminophen? Though most people consider Tylenol and other acetaminophen drugs to be extremely safe, they have long been linked to a serious risk of liver injury. In fact, the … [Read more...]
Study Finds Higher Risk of ADHD Associated with Tylenol Use during Pregnancy
A study published in the journal JAMA Pediatrics found that use of Tylenol (acetaminophen) during pregnancy was associated with a higher risk of behavioral problems such as attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). The study was led by Evie Stergiakouli, a lecturer in genetic epidemiology at the University of Bristol, who said … [Read more...]
Research Links Tylenol Use during Pregnancy to Increased Risk of Male Sterility
New research suggests that males may have a higher risk of infertility if their mothers took Tylenol for extended periods during pregnancy. A study conducted by researchers at the University of Edinburgh and published in the journal Science Translational Medicine found that acetaminophen, the main active ingredient in Tylenol and … [Read more...]
Prolonged Acetaminophen Use in Pregnancy Could Affect Boys’ Fertility
Acetaminophen Could Affect Boy's Fertility. New research from the University of Edinburgh suggests that long-term exposure to acetaminophen during pregnancy could lower a boy’s production of testosterone, possibly affecting his fertility. The findings suggest that if a pregnant woman takes acetaminophen for several days … [Read more...]
Acetaminophen to Carry New Warnings
FDA's Updated OTC Acetaminophen Drugs. A new draft guidance document issued by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) orders new warnings on all over-the-counter (OTC) acetaminophen medications to include the risk of serious skin reactions. Last August, the agency warned that acetaminophen is associated with Stevens-Johnson … [Read more...]
Changes to Acetaminophen Labels to Avoid Liver Injury Risk
Liver Failure Caused by Acetaminophen. Acetaminophen use is the leading cause of liver failure in the U.S. and other western countries. While most people believe that using acetaminophen as a treatment for minor aches and pains, inflammation, and fever can be done without many risks to their health, this misconception may be … [Read more...]
Acetaminophen Overdose A Risk For Infants, Children
Acetaminophen Overdose Alert On. Acetaminophen overdose, long known to be a risk for adults, is a risk for infants, as well. Acetaminophen is the active ingredient in Tylenol and, because of the drug’s popularity, many consumers are unaware that ‘acetaminophen’ carries risks for very serious health affects. According to … [Read more...]
Millions of Acetaminophen Pills Recalled
Acetaminophen Pills Are Being Recalled. Check your medicine cabinet: Millions of bottles of the widely used pain reliever acetaminophen some sold as long as three years ago are being recalled because they may contain metal fragments. The recall affects 11 million bottles containing varying quantities of 500-milligram … [Read more...]
11M Bottles Of Acetaminophen Recalled
A major manufacturer of store-brand acetaminophen recalled. 11 million bottles of the pain-relieving pills Thursday after discovering some were contaminated with metal fragments. There were no immediate reports of injuries or illness. Perrigo Co. said it discovered the metal bits during quality-control checks. The company passed … [Read more...]
