Intravenous paracetamol – an international perspective of toxicity
- 28 March 2011
- journal article
- editorial
- Published by Taylor & Francis in Clinical Toxicology
- Vol. 49 (3) , 150-152
Abstract
Experience with toxicity relating to intravenous (IV) paracetamol is discussed in the context of international experience. Issues in management and recent international strategies to minimise hazard are highlighted.Keywords
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