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Acetaminophen for Injection
As part of a multimodal analgesia strategy, B. Braun’s Acetaminophen for Injection delivers pain relief in 3 convenient sizes for both adult and pediatric patients—helping reduce opioid use and shorten hospital stays1,2.
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Intravenous Acetaminophen (commonly known as IVA) is a parenteral formulation designed for hospital-based pain management when oral or rectal administration is not suitable. IVA offers faster onset, higher bioavailability, and more predictable absorption, making it a valuable tool in curbing the opioid crisis 4,5.
Yes. Intravenous acetaminophen is often used alongside opioids as part of a multimodal pain management strategy. This combination can enhance pain relief, reduce the need for higher opioid doses, and help minimize opioid-related side effects 6,8.
Intravenous acetaminophen (IVA) is not necessarily stronger than oral acetaminophen (OA) but offers certain advantages in clinical settings:
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The maximum dose of intravenous acetaminophen depends on both the patient’s age and weight.
See Dosing Recommendations Table
For B. Braun's Acetaminophen for Injection, please administer the contents of the container intravenously over 15 minutes.
Acetaminophen Injection is contraindicated in 7:
The World Health Organization (WHO) recommends starting pain management with non-opioids like acetaminophen before escalating to opioids. As part of a multimodal approach, B. Braun’s acetaminophen for injection provides rapid-onset pain relief while helping reduce opioid use 6.
“Clinicians should maximize use of nonopioid pharmacologic (e.g., acetaminophen) and nonpharmacologic therapies as appropriate.”
Intravenous Acetaminophen (IVA) is clinically shown to deliver faster pain relief than oral acetaminophen (OA), highlighting IVA’s clear advantage in time-sensitive clinical settings4:
Intravenous Acetaminophen (IV) is clinically shown to reduce perioperative opioid use compared to oral acetaminophen (OA)1:
Product | Container Type | Usage | Content/Volume | Sales Unit |
Acetaminophen for Injection 10mg/mL | Mini-Plasco® Basic | Less than or equal to 10 kg | 100 mg/10 mL | 20 x 10 mL |
Acetaminophen for Injection 10mg/mL | Ecoflac® Plus | Pediatrics > 10 kg & up to 33 kg | 500 mg/50 mL | 10 x 50 mL |
Acetaminophen for Injection 10mg/mL | Ecoflac® Plus | Children, Adolescents, Adults > 33 kg | 1,000 mg/100 mL | 10 x 100 mL |
Patient Age/Weight | Dose given every 4 hours | Dose given every 6 hours | Maximum total daily dose of acetaminophen (by any route) |
Children, 2 to 12 years of age | 12.5 mg/kg | 15 mg/kg | 75 mg/kg in 24 hours |
Adults and adolescents weighing 50 kg or less | 12.5 mg/kg | 15 mg/kg | 75 mg/kg (up to 3750 mg) in 24 hours |
Adults and adolescents weighing 50 kg or more and no additional factors for hepatotoxicity | 650 mg | 1000 mg | 4000 mg in 24 hours |
Acetaminophen for injection is indicated for the short-term management and treatment of 7:
Pediatrics (< 2 years of age) 7:
Acetaminophen for Injection Dosing Card
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Acetaminophen for Injection Administration Protocol
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Acetaminophen for Injection Sell Sheet
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Acetaminophen for Injection Sell Sheet
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Ecoflac® Plus Handling Tips
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Acetaminophen for Injection Product Monograph EN
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Acetaminophen for Injection Product Monograph FR
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Acetaminophen for Injection provides fast pain relief and supports efforts to reduce opioid use. Complete the form below, and a B. Braun representative will contact you.
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