Pediatric Intravenous Acetaminophen Overdoses: A Continuing Iatrogenic Problem

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Authors

Alexandra Moseanko · University of California, Davis

Cherie F. Ginwalla · University of California, Davis

Melissa Eidman · University of California, Davis

Swetaleena Dash · University of California, Davis

Justin Lewis · University of California, San Francisco

T. E. Albertson · University of California, San Francisco

Abstract

Rare pediatric iatrogenic IV acetaminophen overdoses continue to be seen in acute care settings. Determining potential toxicity and the need for NAC remains challenging. Further efforts are needed to prevent this infrequent serious medication error.

Topics & Keywords

Drug-Induced Hepatotoxicity and Protection Poisoning and overdose treatments Drug-Induced Adverse Reactions

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: Hospital Pediatrics

Volume 16, Issue 2, pp. e114-e118

DOI: 10.1542/hpeds.2025-008624

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