Laperon Injection (Acetaminophen)

Adult administration

Adults weighing over 50 kg 4 times a day, administer 1000 mg of acetaminophen as a single dose, with a minimum interval of about 4 hours. Maximum daily dosage must not exceed 4 grams. For children weighing over 33 kg and adults weighing under 50 kg Administer approximately 15 mg/kg of acetaminophen (this drug 1.5 ml/kg) as a single dose, with a minimum interval of 4 hours. Maximum daily dosage is 60 mg/kg.

Child administration

Children weighing 33 kg (about 11 years) or more Administer approximately 15 mg/kg of acetaminophen (this drug 1.5 ml/kg) as a single dose, with a minimum interval of 4 hours. Maximum daily dosage is 60 mg/kg.

This medication has a risk of overdose due to confusion between milligrams and milliliters during administration, so the correct dosage should be checked and administered carefully. It is safer to use an appropriate analgesic instead of this medication when oral administration becomes possible. Always check to see if other medications contain acetaminophen to avoid excessive dosing. Exceeding the recommended dosage can cause serious liver damage, so patients with liver function issues should be especially cautious. Symptoms of liver damage may appear between 2 to 6 days after administration, so immediate medical attention should be sought if unusual symptoms occur. Patients with liver problems or those who consume a lot of alcohol daily must consult a physician before taking this medication. If skin rashes or allergic reactions occur after taking this medication, stop the medication immediately and seek medical treatment. Patients allergic to acetaminophen or this medication, those with peptic ulcers, severe liver or kidney disorders, or heart dysfunction should not use it. Patients with a history of aspirin-induced asthma or those on specific medications should also avoid using this medication. Patients with liver impairment, kidney impairment, peptic ulcers, blood abnormalities, a tendency to bleed, elderly patients, pregnant women, and nursing mothers should use this medication cautiously. This medication can rarely cause serious side effects such as blood cell reduction, increased liver enzymes, kidney failure, and skin rashes, so immediate consultation with a healthcare provider is required if unusual symptoms develop. There may be interactions with other medications, especially when used together with probenecid, salicylamide, isoniazid, anticonvulsants, anticoagulants, etc. It does not affect driving or operating machinery, but this medication should not be mixed with other drugs. Children and elderly patients should use the minimum dosage and carefully monitor for adverse reactions. During pregnancy, the benefits and risks of this medication should be evaluated cautiously, while it can generally be used safely during breastfeeding. Patients with severely impaired kidney function should use this medication cautiously and extend the dosing interval. In case of overdose, symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, and abdominal pain may appear, and in severe cases, it can lead to liver damage and life-threatening conditions, necessitating immediate hospital attention. This medication should not be stored above 30 degrees Celsius, and refrigeration or freezing should be avoided. Prior to use, check for any foreign substances or discoloration. As it is for single use, any remaining solution must be discarded after use.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), anaphylactic shock, shock, generalized pustular rash (acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis), Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, acute kidney failure, agranulocytosis, neutropenia, leukopenia, thrombocytopenia, Lyell syndrome, thrombocytopenia, fulminant hepatitis, liver necrosis, liver failure, increased liver enzymes, angioedema, anaphylaxis, acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis

Mild side effects

Lethargy, low blood pressure, increased liver transaminase levels, nervous disorders, maculopapular rash, injection site reactions (pain, burning sensation), maculopapular rash, erythema multiforme-like reactions, pustular rash, nausea, vomiting, headache, constipation, phlegm, paresthesia, dizziness, decreased hemoglobin, urinary disorders, tachycardia, nausea, erythema, flushing, itching, rash, hives, high anion gap metabolic acidosis (HAGMA)

This medication should be stored at room temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius, and it is important to keep it sealed in a container to prevent air or moisture from entering. Storing it this way will help maintain the medication's efficacy and prevent deterioration.

Appearance

A clear, pale yellow transparent liquid filled in a colorless and transparent intravenous plastic container.

Package unit

100 milliliters/100 bags