Does 10000mg of tylonal always result in liver damage?
No, 10000mg of Tylenol (acetaminophen) does not always result in liver damage. However, the risk of liver damage increases as the dose of acetaminophen increases.
The recommended maximum daily dose of acetaminophen is 4,000mg in 24 hours. Taking more than the recommended dose can cause liver damage, especially if you have certain risk factors such as:
* Liver disease
* Kidney disease
* Diabetes
* Alcohol use
* Malnutrition
* Fasting
* Taking certain medications, such as anti-inflammatory drugs, anti-epileptic drugs, or anticoagulants
If you have taken a high dose of acetaminophen, it is important to seek medical attention immediately, even if you do not have any symptoms.
If liver damage occurs from acetaminophen overdose, the symptoms may include:
* Nausea
* Vomiting
* Abdominal pain
* Dark urine
* Clay-colored stools
* Fatigue
* Loss of appetite
* Jaundice (yellowing of the skin and eyes)
In severe cases, liver damage from acetaminophen overdose can be fatal.