FDA Clamps Down On Acetaminophen In Prescription Drugs

The painkiller, sold separately under the brand-name Tylenol, can cause serious liver damage in high doses. Many popular prescription medicines for pain contain both acetaminophen and narcotics. People can inadvertently overdose. Read More...

Read the complete post at http://www.npr.org/blogs/health/2011/01/13/132903273/fda-clamps-down-on-acetaminophen-in-prescription-drugs?ft=1&f=103537970


Posted Jan 13 2011, 10:57 AM by NPR Blogs: Shots - Health News Blog