Medical research

Curcumin may help prevent liver damage from acetaminophen

(HealthDay)—Curcumin exerts a hepatoprotective effect against acetaminophen-induced damage in mice, according to an experimental study published in the February issue of the Journal of Pharmacy and Pharmacology.

Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes

Acetaminophen given early doesn't cut ICU days

(HealthDay)—For intensive care unit (ICU) patients with fever due to probable infection, early administration of acetaminophen does not affect the number of ICU-free days, according to a study published online Oct. 5 in ...

Diabetes

Acetaminophen falsely elevates CGM glucose values

(HealthDay)—Acetaminophen falsely increases continuous glucose monitor (CGM) glucose values, according to an observation letter published online Aug. 12 in Diabetes Care.

Medications

FDA advises against using extra-strength acetaminophen

Apparently, the FDA's warning four months ago was missed by many physicians, pharmacists and patients, so the drug agency, in an unusual move, saw fit Monday to remind us: Stop writing prescriptions for, stop dispensing prescriptions ...

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