Be aware of the potential hazards of paracetamol

Many researchers were surprised when they found out that too much paracetamol may cause liver damage. Previous studies had shown that Tylenol in combination with hydrocodone caused liver damage and might lead on to liver failure – expert had thought the lover toxicity was associated with hydrocodone.

Recent studies by Dr Eliam Lee of the University of Texas, Southwestern Medical Centre, has documented that 38% of acute live failure cases in 22 hospitals in the United States were associated with excessive paracetamol usage. Also 35% of the study group were found to be suffering from severe liver damage as a result of paracetamol use.

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