Acetaminophen Dosing Considerations for Pediatric Patients with Hepatic Impairment

Special Populations

• For children with hepatic impairment, doses should be reduced and intervals extended, as recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics, to minimize the risk of hepatotoxicity 1
• For children with renal impairment, standard dosing can generally be used, but monitoring for accumulation is recommended in severe cases, according to the American Academy of Pediatrics 1