Acute liver failure associated with a prolonged course of acetaminophen at recommended dosages in paediatric age

Pediatr Med Chir. 2008 Nov-Dec;30(6):302-5.

Abstract

Acetaminophen is considered as a safe analgesic and antipyretic drug in paediatric age. The main problem in the use of acetaminophen is acute liver failure after an overdose or an acute intoxication. We report a case of fulminant liver failure and spontaneous recovery in a patient treated with a prolonged course of acetaminophen at recommended dosages.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • Comparative Study

MeSH terms

  • Acetaminophen / administration & dosage
  • Acetaminophen / adverse effects*
  • Age Factors
  • Female
  • Follow-Up Studies
  • Humans
  • Infant
  • Liver Failure, Acute / chemically induced*
  • Liver Failure, Acute / diagnosis
  • Liver Failure, Acute / therapy
  • Nephrectomy
  • Postoperative Care
  • Time Factors
  • Treatment Outcome
  • Wilms Tumor / surgery

Substances

  • Acetaminophen