Exam #4 Non Opioid Analgesic Flashcards
1
Q
what is the medication that is a non opioid analgesic/
A
acetaminophen
2
Q
what is the pharmacological action/how does a non opioid analgesic work?
A
produces analgesia by stopping prostaglandins
sensitizes pain receptors
relieves fever from the hypothalamus
3
Q
what is the therapeutic use/ what is nonopioid analgesic used for?
A
fever reducer and pain control
4
Q
what are the adverse effects of nonopioid analgesic
A
toxicity/overdose
5
Q
what are the contraindications for nonopioid analgesics?
A
liver disease and allergies
6
Q
what is the max dose for acetaminophen?
A
4 grams every 24 hours
7
Q
what is the max dose of acetaminophen for alcoholics?
A
2 grams
8
Q
can you drink alcohol when taking nonopioid analgesics?
A
no
