Kids having tonsils removed get better pain relief with IV acetaminophen
Sunday, October 13, 2013 - 12:30
in Health & Medicine
Using intravenous (IV) acetaminophen with narcotics provides more effective pain relief to children having tonsillectomies, according to a study. Additionally, the combination therapy saves costs due to reduced use of narcotics after surgery, reduced side effects and slightly quicker hospital discharge than in patients who receive narcotics alone.