Acetaminophen (Paracetamol) associated serious skin reactions:

 Dr.Naina Mohamed Pakkir Maideen

v FDA notified healthcare professionals and patients that Acetaminophen (Paracetamol) has been associated with a risk of rare but serious skin reactions including Stevens - Johnson syndrome (SJS), Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis (TEN), and Acute Generalized Exanthematous Pustulosis (AGEP) which can be fatal.

v These reactions can occur with first-time or any time use of Acetaminophen (Paracetamol).

v Health care professionals should be aware of this rare risk of Acetaminophen (Paracetamol) induced serious skin reactions.

v Patients should stop taking the product immediately when they develop a rash or other skin reaction and seek medical attention right away.