RESEARCHERS from the University of Nottingham have cautioned on repeated use of acetaminophen, in people aged 65 and older, because it may lead to serious health complications, particularly peptic ulcers, heart failure, hypertension and chronic kidney disease.
The study gave evidence that suggested that repeated use of acetaminophen, also known as paracetamol in people aged 65 and older could have hidden side effects, challenging its perceived safety.
The study, published recently in the medical journal Arthritis Care and Research, highlights the need for caution when prescribing acetaminophen for chronic pain conditions like osteoarthritis in older adults.
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