Acetaminophen/Aspirin/Caffeine

Overview

4.6 out of 5 (70 Reviews)

Credits

1.00

Post Assessment Questions

5

Start Date

1 Sep 2023

Last Review Date

12 Nov 2023

Expiration Date

31 Aug 2026

Estimated Time To Finish

60 Minutes


 
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Activity Description

The FDA recognized the combination of acetylsalicylic acid (250 mg), acetaminophen (250 mg), and caffeine (65 mg) as safe and effective in treating acute headaches, especially migraine, and was also considered effective by the American Headache Society. This combination is well-tolerated in episodic tension-type headaches and considered superior to acetaminophen; all components in this combination medication are considered safe during breastfeeding and can be taken orally for acute migraine attacks. The mechanism of action of this combination is from the accumulation of the components' effects; each component has a different mechanism of action. This activity reviews the indications, contraindications, activity, adverse events, and other key elements of acetaminophen/aspirin/caffeine therapy in the clinical setting as it relates to the essential points needed by members of an interprofessional team managing the care of patients with migraine headaches and its related conditions and sequelae.


UAN: JA4008338-0000-23-211-H01-P

Target Audience

This activity has been designed to meet the educational needs of physicians, physician associates, nurses, pharmacists, and nurse practitioners.

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this activity, the learner will be better able to:

  • Identify appropriate indications for aspirin/acetaminophen/caffeine combination therapy, such as managing mild to moderate pain, fever, and headaches.

  • Implement aspirin/acetaminophen/caffeine therapy effectively, ensuring accurate dosing, appropriate timing, adherence to recommended treatment durations, and monitoring for adverse events.

  • Communicate the benefits, risks, and proper use of aspirin/acetaminophen/caffeine to patients, providing education on dosing, potential adverse effects, and appropriate self-monitoring.

  • Review the importance of coordinating and collaborating among various disciplines in an interprofessional health team to coordinate care and management to enhance outcomes for patients receiving aspirin/acetaminophen/caffeine therapy.

Pharmacy Activity Type:
Disease/Drug Therapy Related


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