Questions and answers about pain medicine dangers

Courtesy Lifestyle  Tue, 07/07/2009 - 15:40

CHICAGO: A Food and Drug Administration panel has recommended limits on Tylenol and other drugs containing acetaminophen because of risks for liver failure.

Maximum recommended doses for over-the-counter Tylenol would be reduced. Percocet and Vicodin, two narcotic prescription drugs containing acetaminophen, would be banned.


 

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