Acetaminophen and codeine overdose


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Definition

This poisoning is from taking an excessive amount of acetaminophen (Tylenol) with codeine.


Alternative Names

Tylenol # 3 overdose; Phenaphen with codeine overdose; Tylenol with codeine overdose


Poisonous Ingredient

Acetaminophen combined with codeine


Where Found

Acetaminophen with codeine is a prescription painkiller. It is commonly called Tylenol #3. The drug may be habit forming, which means it is a narcotic.



Review Date: 02/10/2006
Reviewed By: Janeen R. Azare, PhD, MSPH, Department of Medicine, Memorial Sloan-KetteringCancer Center, New York, NY. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.


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