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From: odutola a
Sent: Thursday, October 09, 2003 11:59 PM
Subject: [abujaNig] Uganda: Three kids die of "Panadol tablets"
overdose ---------------------------------------------------- "Three children died instantly and one was admitted to Kayunga hospital in critical condition when their mother gave them an overdose of Panadol tablets, reports Kibuuka Lumu." Source: New Vision, Kampala, Uganda. September 7, 2003. Although details in the report are sketchy, this story should serve to remind general health consumers as well as primary care providers in Africa that this seemingly safe and commonly used drug can be fatal if taken in excess of dosage recommendations. To read the full report and learn more about paracetamol and how to manage paracetamol overdose, click on: http://www.datelinehealth-africa.net/betav1.0/news/detailnews.asp?news_id=8175 A. Odutola Email: [EMAIL PROTECTED] |
