Friday, November 6, 2009
Sunday, October 25, 2009
Monday, October 19, 2009
Qivana is Changing People's Lives
LOVE this! Qivana is changing people's lives. Will yours be one of them?
Saturday, October 17, 2009
Shaving is a Chore!!
I have very senetive skin, so I have found these items help me with no more nicks, cuts, razor rash or ingrown hairs. I know maybe TMI :-)
I find shaving a chore something I should do more often. I wish I could have laser but since I don't have enough money or never will, I must keep shaving on. I don't shave as often as I should or as often as my husband would like but I do try to shave for church on Sunday. Unless you see me in my black boots, which there is no guarantee that I have shaved (he he)
I have been blessed with very long legs, a feature I am proud of, but the up keep is heck. I used to have time to worry about such things, but there always seems to be a lack of hot water, with 7 girls in the house doing the same thing. Remember that day we couldn’t wait to start shaving, but now it’s just a pain.
Tuesday, October 13, 2009
I am sorry
I have been lost in thought, and heavy in heart. With my best friend gone so far way for a while and the death of my sister in law, I am afraid I am not my self, or at least the self I want to be right now.
I know the plan, and that the Lord is in charge. But distance in any fashion is still distance. I ache for my brother and long to hold my mother, someone who knows me better than I know myself. So I am sorry I have been so distant.
I know the plan, and that the Lord is in charge. But distance in any fashion is still distance. I ache for my brother and long to hold my mother, someone who knows me better than I know myself. So I am sorry I have been so distant.
Sunday, October 11, 2009
Mother's Who Know... you need to watch this :-)
I am trying, I got the lots of children part down :-)
Wednesday, October 7, 2009
"Reflections of Christ: Another Testament"
"Reflections of Christ: Another Testament" is now available at Deseret Book! Here is the slideshow and if you listen closely, you can hear the Angel Choir in the background, in which my sister Lisa had the opportunity to sing some "ooh"s and "aah"s !!
Tuesday, October 6, 2009
Rebecca Catherine Leonard (Dorfmeier)
This obituary was written by my brother Jared:
Our sweet Rebecca passed away on Tuesday, September 29, 2009. She was born on November 13, 1978, here in Fresno, Ca. 
Rebecca will always be remembered for her beautiful smile and her sweet nature. Becca had a great ability to always make people feel welcome and loved. It is her kind, warm, spritely spirit that gave her the ability to be a wonderful, wife, mother, granddaughter, daughter, sister and especially friend.
Becca had a great passion for education and her children. In 2003, she received her BA in psychology from California State University, Fresno. She graduated with honors and as secretary in her student organization. However, over the past seven years her true enjoyment has been in the raising of her three children with Jared, her husband of nine years.
Becca will certainly be called blessed by many generations to come. She was loved by all who knew her. May she rest in her Heavenly Father's care until she can be reunited with her husband and children.
She is survived by her husband Jared; and their three children Elijah (age seven), and twin daughters, Rachel and Lauren (age four).
Visitation will be held at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Peachwood Ward, Fresno North Stake Center, 220 N. Peach, Clovis, CA. 93612 on Monday, October 5, 2009, from 12:00 noon to 12:45 p.m
A Memorial Service will begin in the Chapel at 1:00 p.m. at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Interment will follow at Clovis District Cemetery.
Remembrances may be made to the Rebecca Leonard Memorial Fund, Account #1032008, at Golden One Credit Union, 1030 Shaw Ave, Clovis, Ca 93612. PALM MEMORIAL CHAPEL 2983 Tulare Street Fresno, Ca. (559)233-7267
Wednesday, September 30, 2009
Define
This song has a great message!
'Define' written by Jason Steadman
Performed by Jason Steadman, Steve Bullock, Chad Hansen, & Zach Drury
At the Hammer Hands Playlist Concert Series on September 22, 2009.
My nephew Justin Williams performed at this same concert.
This was a great concert!!
Tuesday, September 29, 2009
How Quickly Things Can Change
When it comes to our lives we move through each day thinking there will be a next. I think we take for granted those around us that we love. I been thinking a lot this week as my sister in law Becca has been fighting for her life. How quickly things can change, how you never know day from day. Becca was so young, only 30, she was a mother of 3 beautiful children, a 7 year old boy and 4 year old twins girls.
I pray we will look at each day as a gift to be cherished and not wasted away in trivial things. I hope we can all love one other and serve each other and how important it is to make memories each day.
Rebecca Dorfmeier Leonard
11/13/78 - 9/29/09
daughter, sister, wife and mother
~
Now my thoughts are with my brother Jared and the things he will have to face as he moves forward from this place. He will miss his sweetheart greatly but knows she is free of her pains. I am so grateful to have the gospel in my life, to know the plan and to know they will be together again as a family.
I pray we will look at each day as a gift to be cherished and not wasted away in trivial things. I hope we can all love one other and serve each other and how important it is to make memories each day.
11/13/78 - 9/29/09
daughter, sister, wife and mother
Monday, September 28, 2009
Swine Flu - It's Here!!
At first when we all heard of the Swine Flu (H1N1) the news had us in hysteria, than we were calmed down to no worries, well I am here to say the swine flu is here and spreading. Thank goodness it is a mild version of what had been hitting the world and if caught early can be treated with anti-viral meds.
But we also need to be wise, if you have ANY symptoms STAY HOME!! Wash your hands; cover your mouth when you cough. Simple. I don’t think I am too keen on the vaccination (pushed through too fast), I say be wise.
Our exposure came from one the girls’ friend at school, and with closeness while dancing ballroom, it spread. After we got the positive diagnosis they made the decision to treat the whole family which was a very good idea since it than passed to me and Lindsay, than to the boys. So far Donny has been the only one symptom free. The kids have been going a little crazy with our 5-7 day quarantine. But we are on the mend.
But we also need to be wise, if you have ANY symptoms STAY HOME!! Wash your hands; cover your mouth when you cough. Simple. I don’t think I am too keen on the vaccination (pushed through too fast), I say be wise.
Our exposure came from one the girls’ friend at school, and with closeness while dancing ballroom, it spread. After we got the positive diagnosis they made the decision to treat the whole family which was a very good idea since it than passed to me and Lindsay, than to the boys. So far Donny has been the only one symptom free. The kids have been going a little crazy with our 5-7 day quarantine. But we are on the mend.
This is what anti-viral meds look like for 6 children + Mom & Dad.
Click on the link below to learn more
Click on the link below to learn more
Sunday, September 27, 2009
Thursday, September 24, 2009
Tuesday, September 22, 2009
Liver damage danger in acetaminophen (Tylenol) & NSAIDS) Warnings
FDA issues new guidelines regarding liver damage danger in acetaminophen (Tylenol) & NSAIDS warnings
Even a small amount of Tylenol and similar generic brands of acetaminophen could cause liver damage. The FDA's newest guidelines say the maximum daily dose listed on Tylenol and dozens of other painkillers should be reduced to help curb deadly overdoses, according to several news announcements published by the Associated Press on June 30, 2009.
As far back as 2006, studies warned consumers that acetaminophen, the main ingredient in Tylenol and similar generic brands with the same ingredients is dangerious. This comes in the face of the fact that Tylenol is Americans' over-the-counter painkiller of choice. Acetaminophen overdose is also the leading cause of acute liver failure.
According to the 2006 article, "Tylenol Found to Cause Liver Damage, Even in Small Doses," published July 5, 2006 in Natural News, "Healthy adults who took the maximum dose of Tylenol for two weeks were found to have liver damage," according to a study appearing in the July 2006 issue of the Journal of the American Medical Association. See, "Aminotransferase Elevations in Healthy Adults Receiving 4 Grams of Acetaminophen Daily: A Randomized Controlled Trial," Paul B. Watkins; Neil Kaplowitz; John T. Slattery; Connie R. Colonese; Salvatore V. Colucci; Paul W. Stewart; Stephen C. Harris, JAMA. 2006;296:87-93.
Three years ago, researchers instructed 106 study participants to take 4 grams of Tylenol (eight extra-strength tablets) a day for two weeks, with some taking only Tylenol, and some taking Tylenol combined with an opioid painkiller. The rest of the participants were given a placebo. As a result of the study, close to 40 percent of the participants taking Tylenol or the Tylenol/opioid combination showed abnormal liver test results that indicated liver damage, while those taking the placebo showed no damage.
According to the 2006 study, as reported in Natural News, co-author, Dr. Neil Kaplowitz of the University of Southern California advised, "I would urge the public not to exceed 4 grams a day. This is a drug that has a rather narrow safety window." Kaplowitz added that heavy drinkers should not exceed 2 grams a day.
Back in 2006, Tylenol maker McNeil Consumer & Specialty Pharmaceuticals said it had "conducted its own research that tracked high-dose Tylenol users over longer periods than the Kaplowitz study, and found that its product did not lead to liver disease," according to the 2006 Natural News article.
Kaplowitz and co-author Dr. Paul Watkins of the University of North Carolina were hired by Purdue Pharma, which makes the prescription painkiller OxyContin, to see why people testing a drug containing acetaminophen and the opiate hydrocodone were having abnormal liver tests. Contrary to the researchers' theories, they found that acetaminophen was the culprit.
A new 2009 study in the Journal of the American Medical Association determined that it only takes fourteen days for healthy adults to sustain liver damage from acetaminophen use, according to the article, "Acetaminophen Causes Liver Damage in as Little as 2 Weeks," by Christine O'Brien, posted on June 16, 2009, on the Healthier Talk.com site.
Also, just like in the 2006 study with acetaminophen, not one person who received the placebo showed any signs of liver damage in the 2009 study as well as the 2006 study. The people taking acetaminophen, however, started having abnormal liver test results—an indication of damage. In the 2009 study, the study's co-author mentioned that taking over 4-grams of acetaminophen should be avoided. But the 2006 study revealed that even at smaller doses, liver damage could occur.
As a result of the latest 2009 study, The FDA, recommended limiting the maximum daily dose of drugs containing acetaminophen down to 3,250 milligrams per day, and asked for stronger labels warning of liver side effects.
There was also an updated guideline issued by the American Geriatrics Society (AGS) for NSAIDs in May, 2009. See, "New Pain Guideline for Older Patients: Avoid NSAIDs, Consider Opioids,"JAMA. 2009;302(1):19. According to this study, "Physicians treating patients aged 75 years or older for chronic pain should avoid using nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)."
According to the 2009 NSAID study published in the current issue of JAMA, NSAIDs should be "considered rarely, and with extreme caution, in highly selected individuals," the new guideline states, contradicting the AGS's 2002 guideline.
The article, "New Pain Guideline for Older Patients: Avoid NSAIDs, Consider Opioids,"JAMA. 2009;302(1):19 noted that, "The new recommendation reflects evidence about serious cardiovascular and gastrointestinal tract risks associated with this class of drugs that has emerged since 2002," said Bruce Ferrell, MD, chair of the panel that created new guideline and professor of medicine and geriatrics at the University of California, Los Angeles.
"These drugs also may complicate the treatment of common conditions in this population, such as hypertension and congestive heart failure.The study involved 106 people taking 4 grams of acetaminophen (the active ingredient in Tylenol, Excedrin and other pain killers) a day for two weeks. Four grams is the maximum daily dose recommended by the manufacturer, so we're not even talking about an "abuse" situation here."
Acetaminophen and Liver Injury: Q & A for Consumers
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) says taking acetaminophens are still "generally safe" when the manufacturer's directions are followed according to the labeling. Government experts have issued new guidelines for consumers based on the results of continuing studies of liver damage even at small doses of acetaminopens. And now, the new guidelines ask for a cut-off level of even smaller doses.
On June 29 and 30, 2009, FDA held an advisory committee meeting in Adelphi, Md., about how to address the problem of liver injury related to the use of acetaminophen in both over-the-counter (OTC) and prescription products. For more information about the meeting, visit the Advisory Committee Web page.
An important question for the consumer is that when the FDA says, "generally safe," does it mean safe or maybe safe for some people and not so safe for others who can't see the small print to read the label on the bottle or who don't read English? Or does "generally safe" mean safe for some based on age and health conditions? Let's look at the updated guidelines issued by government experts at the FDA.
According to FDA's Consumer Updates site, "Acetaminophen is the generic name of a drug found in many common brand name OTC products such as Tylenol, as well as prescription products such as Vicodin and Percocet. Acetaminophen is an important drug, and its effectiveness in relieving pain and fever is widely known."
FDA guidelines note, "This drug is generally considered safe when used according to the directions on its labeling. But taking more than the recommended amount can cause liver damage, ranging from abnormalities in liver function blood tests, to acute liver failure, and even death." Below is the FDA's question and answer information on the latest guidelines for acetaminophen.
Q: What is acetaminophen?
A: Acetaminophen (pronounced: a?seet·aminofen), is an active ingredient found in many OTC and prescription medicines to help relieve pain and reduce fever.
It is also found in combination with other active ingredients, called combination medicines, which treat conditions such as:
symptoms of colds and flu
allergy
sleeplessness
Medicines containing acetaminophen are available in many forms, including drops, syrups, capsules, and pills.
Many people call OTC acetaminophen by a brand name, Tylenol. Others may know Percocet or Vicodin, which are prescription brand names that contain acetaminophen and other active ingredients to help relieve pain.
You might see acetaminophen abbreviated as “APAP” on prescription medicines.
In other countries, acetaminophen may have a different name. For example, acetaminophen is known as paracetamol in the United Kingdom.
Q. Are there risks from taking too much acetaminophen?
A: Yes, acetaminophen can cause serious liver damage if you take too much. It is very important to follow your doctor’s directions and the directions on the medicine label.
You may not notice the signs and symptoms of liver damage right away because they take time to appear. Or, you may mistake early symptoms of liver damage (for example, loss of appetite, nausea, and vomiting) for something else, like the flu. Liver damage can develop into liver failure or death over several days.
Acetaminophen is generally safe when taken as directed. To lower your risk of liver damage make sure you do the following:
Follow dosing directions and never take more than directed; even a small amount more than directed can cause liver damage.
Don’t take acetaminophen for more days than directed.
Don’t take more than one medicine that contains acetaminophen at a time. For example, your risk of liver damage goes up if you take a medicine that contains acetaminophen to treat a headache, and while that medicine is still working in your body, you take another medicine that contains acetaminophen to treat a cold.
Q: How can I tell which medicines contain acetaminophen?
A: Medicines have ingredients listed on their labels. On OTC medicines, check the “Drug Facts” label under the section called Active Ingredients. If your medicine contains acetaminophen, it will be listed in this section. On prescription medicine containers, the label will say “acetaminophen” or “APAP.”
Q: When should I talk to a doctor before taking acetaminophen?
A: Talk to your doctor before taking acetaminophen if you
drink alcohol (three or more drinks every day)
have liver disease
Under these conditions, taking acetaminophen puts you at greater risk of getting liver damage, even when taking acetaminophen at the recommended dose.
If you take the blood thinner warfarin, you should also talk to your doctor before taking acetaminophen because taking warfarin and acetaminophen together may raise your risk of bleeding.
Q: How can I safely take acetaminophen?
A: Follow this advice to take acetaminophen safely:
Read all the information given to you by your doctor and follow directions.
Read the information on the OTC “Drug Facts” label or on the prescription label and follow directions.
Be sure you understand the following:
- the dose, which is how much acetaminophen you can take at one time
- how many hours you must wait before taking another dose of acetaminophen
- how many doses of acetaminophen you can take safely each day
- when to stop taking acetaminophen and ask a doctor for help
Never take more than directed, even if your pain or fever isn’t any better. Taking more acetaminophen than directed can put you at risk for liver damage.
Never take more than one medicine that contains acetaminophen. Check the active ingredients of all your medicines to make sure you are taking no more than one medicine containing acetaminophen at a time.
Q: How can I safely give acetaminophen to my child?
A: You can safely give acetaminophen to infants, children, and teenagers if you
Check the active ingredients in the other medicines that your child is taking (or that your child may take) to make sure they don’t contain the active ingredient acetaminophen. Your child should never be taking more than one medicine containing acetaminophen at a time.
Read all the information given by your child’s doctor and follow directions.
Read the information on the OTC “Drug Facts” label or on the prescription label and follow directions.
Choose the right medicine based on your child’s weight and age. On OTC medicines, the Directions section of the “Drug Facts” label tells you:
- if the medicine is right for your child
- how much medicine to give
- how many hours you must wait before giving another dose
- when to stop giving acetaminophen and ask a doctor for help
If a dose for your child’s weight or age is not listed on the label, or you can’t tell how much to give, ask your pharmacist or doctor what to do.
Use the measuring tool that comes with the medicine. It will give the exact dose. If you don’t have the right measuring tool, ask a pharmacist.
Don’t use a spoon that’s meant to be used for cooking or eating. A spoon should not be used to measure medicine because it may give the wrong amount.
Never give more than one medicine that contains acetaminophen. If you give more, it could harm your child.
Prevent medicine accidents:
Keep a record of the medicines you give your child. Write down the dose and time when you give the medicine. This will help everyone who cares for your child know how much medicine your child has had. This will help everyone avoid giving an extra dose by mistake.
Keep medicine where it can’t be seen or reached by children and pets; a locked box, cabinet, or closet is best.
Q: What should I do if the pain or fever doesn’t get better after taking acetaminophen as directed?
A: Take the medicine only as directed. Don’t take more. If the medicine doesn’t help you feel better, talk to your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist.
Q: What should I do if I took too much acetaminophen? What should I do if I gave too much acetaminophen to my child?
A: Don’t wait! Call 9-1-1 or Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222 right away to find out what to do. The signs or symptoms of liver damage may not be noticeable for hours or even days after taking acetaminophen. By the time you notice changes, the liver damage may be severe and could lead to death.
Q: Where can I get more information on acetaminophen?
A: Talk to a doctor, nurse, or pharmacist.
-Visit FDA’s consumer Web pages:
-Don’t Overdo It with Acetaminophen (video)
-Safe Use of Over-the-Counter Pain Relievers and Fever Reducers
-A Guide to Safe Use of Pain Medicine
-Contact the FDA at 1-888-INFO-FDA.
-Or, e-mail questions to FDA at druginfo@fda.hhs.gov
The FDA's question and answer guidelines also appear on FDA’s Consumer Updates page, posted on June 24, 2009, which features the latest on all FDA-regulated products. Also view the informational uTube video below on this subject of guidelines for safe use of over-the-counter pain relievers and fever reducers, particularly acetaminophen.
Even a small amount of Tylenol and similar generic brands of acetaminophen could cause liver damage. The FDA's newest guidelines say the maximum daily dose listed on Tylenol and dozens of other painkillers should be reduced to help curb deadly overdoses, according to several news announcements published by the Associated Press on June 30, 2009.
As far back as 2006, studies warned consumers that acetaminophen, the main ingredient in Tylenol and similar generic brands with the same ingredients is dangerious. This comes in the face of the fact that Tylenol is Americans' over-the-counter painkiller of choice. Acetaminophen overdose is also the leading cause of acute liver failure.According to the 2006 article, "Tylenol Found to Cause Liver Damage, Even in Small Doses," published July 5, 2006 in Natural News, "Healthy adults who took the maximum dose of Tylenol for two weeks were found to have liver damage," according to a study appearing in the July 2006 issue of the Journal of the American Medical Association. See, "Aminotransferase Elevations in Healthy Adults Receiving 4 Grams of Acetaminophen Daily: A Randomized Controlled Trial," Paul B. Watkins; Neil Kaplowitz; John T. Slattery; Connie R. Colonese; Salvatore V. Colucci; Paul W. Stewart; Stephen C. Harris, JAMA. 2006;296:87-93.
Three years ago, researchers instructed 106 study participants to take 4 grams of Tylenol (eight extra-strength tablets) a day for two weeks, with some taking only Tylenol, and some taking Tylenol combined with an opioid painkiller. The rest of the participants were given a placebo. As a result of the study, close to 40 percent of the participants taking Tylenol or the Tylenol/opioid combination showed abnormal liver test results that indicated liver damage, while those taking the placebo showed no damage.
According to the 2006 study, as reported in Natural News, co-author, Dr. Neil Kaplowitz of the University of Southern California advised, "I would urge the public not to exceed 4 grams a day. This is a drug that has a rather narrow safety window." Kaplowitz added that heavy drinkers should not exceed 2 grams a day.
Back in 2006, Tylenol maker McNeil Consumer & Specialty Pharmaceuticals said it had "conducted its own research that tracked high-dose Tylenol users over longer periods than the Kaplowitz study, and found that its product did not lead to liver disease," according to the 2006 Natural News article.
Kaplowitz and co-author Dr. Paul Watkins of the University of North Carolina were hired by Purdue Pharma, which makes the prescription painkiller OxyContin, to see why people testing a drug containing acetaminophen and the opiate hydrocodone were having abnormal liver tests. Contrary to the researchers' theories, they found that acetaminophen was the culprit.
A new 2009 study in the Journal of the American Medical Association determined that it only takes fourteen days for healthy adults to sustain liver damage from acetaminophen use, according to the article, "Acetaminophen Causes Liver Damage in as Little as 2 Weeks," by Christine O'Brien, posted on June 16, 2009, on the Healthier Talk.com site.
Also, just like in the 2006 study with acetaminophen, not one person who received the placebo showed any signs of liver damage in the 2009 study as well as the 2006 study. The people taking acetaminophen, however, started having abnormal liver test results—an indication of damage. In the 2009 study, the study's co-author mentioned that taking over 4-grams of acetaminophen should be avoided. But the 2006 study revealed that even at smaller doses, liver damage could occur.
As a result of the latest 2009 study, The FDA, recommended limiting the maximum daily dose of drugs containing acetaminophen down to 3,250 milligrams per day, and asked for stronger labels warning of liver side effects.
There was also an updated guideline issued by the American Geriatrics Society (AGS) for NSAIDs in May, 2009. See, "New Pain Guideline for Older Patients: Avoid NSAIDs, Consider Opioids,"JAMA. 2009;302(1):19. According to this study, "Physicians treating patients aged 75 years or older for chronic pain should avoid using nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs)."
According to the 2009 NSAID study published in the current issue of JAMA, NSAIDs should be "considered rarely, and with extreme caution, in highly selected individuals," the new guideline states, contradicting the AGS's 2002 guideline.
The article, "New Pain Guideline for Older Patients: Avoid NSAIDs, Consider Opioids,"JAMA. 2009;302(1):19 noted that, "The new recommendation reflects evidence about serious cardiovascular and gastrointestinal tract risks associated with this class of drugs that has emerged since 2002," said Bruce Ferrell, MD, chair of the panel that created new guideline and professor of medicine and geriatrics at the University of California, Los Angeles.
"These drugs also may complicate the treatment of common conditions in this population, such as hypertension and congestive heart failure.The study involved 106 people taking 4 grams of acetaminophen (the active ingredient in Tylenol, Excedrin and other pain killers) a day for two weeks. Four grams is the maximum daily dose recommended by the manufacturer, so we're not even talking about an "abuse" situation here."
Acetaminophen and Liver Injury: Q & A for Consumers
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) says taking acetaminophens are still "generally safe" when the manufacturer's directions are followed according to the labeling. Government experts have issued new guidelines for consumers based on the results of continuing studies of liver damage even at small doses of acetaminopens. And now, the new guidelines ask for a cut-off level of even smaller doses.
On June 29 and 30, 2009, FDA held an advisory committee meeting in Adelphi, Md., about how to address the problem of liver injury related to the use of acetaminophen in both over-the-counter (OTC) and prescription products. For more information about the meeting, visit the Advisory Committee Web page.
An important question for the consumer is that when the FDA says, "generally safe," does it mean safe or maybe safe for some people and not so safe for others who can't see the small print to read the label on the bottle or who don't read English? Or does "generally safe" mean safe for some based on age and health conditions? Let's look at the updated guidelines issued by government experts at the FDA.
According to FDA's Consumer Updates site, "Acetaminophen is the generic name of a drug found in many common brand name OTC products such as Tylenol, as well as prescription products such as Vicodin and Percocet. Acetaminophen is an important drug, and its effectiveness in relieving pain and fever is widely known."
FDA guidelines note, "This drug is generally considered safe when used according to the directions on its labeling. But taking more than the recommended amount can cause liver damage, ranging from abnormalities in liver function blood tests, to acute liver failure, and even death." Below is the FDA's question and answer information on the latest guidelines for acetaminophen.
Q: What is acetaminophen?
A: Acetaminophen (pronounced: a?seet·aminofen), is an active ingredient found in many OTC and prescription medicines to help relieve pain and reduce fever.
It is also found in combination with other active ingredients, called combination medicines, which treat conditions such as:
symptoms of colds and flu
allergy
sleeplessness
Medicines containing acetaminophen are available in many forms, including drops, syrups, capsules, and pills.
Many people call OTC acetaminophen by a brand name, Tylenol. Others may know Percocet or Vicodin, which are prescription brand names that contain acetaminophen and other active ingredients to help relieve pain.
You might see acetaminophen abbreviated as “APAP” on prescription medicines.
In other countries, acetaminophen may have a different name. For example, acetaminophen is known as paracetamol in the United Kingdom.
Q. Are there risks from taking too much acetaminophen?
A: Yes, acetaminophen can cause serious liver damage if you take too much. It is very important to follow your doctor’s directions and the directions on the medicine label.
You may not notice the signs and symptoms of liver damage right away because they take time to appear. Or, you may mistake early symptoms of liver damage (for example, loss of appetite, nausea, and vomiting) for something else, like the flu. Liver damage can develop into liver failure or death over several days.
Acetaminophen is generally safe when taken as directed. To lower your risk of liver damage make sure you do the following:
Follow dosing directions and never take more than directed; even a small amount more than directed can cause liver damage.
Don’t take acetaminophen for more days than directed.
Don’t take more than one medicine that contains acetaminophen at a time. For example, your risk of liver damage goes up if you take a medicine that contains acetaminophen to treat a headache, and while that medicine is still working in your body, you take another medicine that contains acetaminophen to treat a cold.
Q: How can I tell which medicines contain acetaminophen?
A: Medicines have ingredients listed on their labels. On OTC medicines, check the “Drug Facts” label under the section called Active Ingredients. If your medicine contains acetaminophen, it will be listed in this section. On prescription medicine containers, the label will say “acetaminophen” or “APAP.”
Q: When should I talk to a doctor before taking acetaminophen?
A: Talk to your doctor before taking acetaminophen if you
drink alcohol (three or more drinks every day)
have liver disease
Under these conditions, taking acetaminophen puts you at greater risk of getting liver damage, even when taking acetaminophen at the recommended dose.
If you take the blood thinner warfarin, you should also talk to your doctor before taking acetaminophen because taking warfarin and acetaminophen together may raise your risk of bleeding.
Q: How can I safely take acetaminophen?
A: Follow this advice to take acetaminophen safely:
Read all the information given to you by your doctor and follow directions.
Read the information on the OTC “Drug Facts” label or on the prescription label and follow directions.
Be sure you understand the following:
- the dose, which is how much acetaminophen you can take at one time
- how many hours you must wait before taking another dose of acetaminophen
- how many doses of acetaminophen you can take safely each day
- when to stop taking acetaminophen and ask a doctor for help
Never take more than directed, even if your pain or fever isn’t any better. Taking more acetaminophen than directed can put you at risk for liver damage.
Never take more than one medicine that contains acetaminophen. Check the active ingredients of all your medicines to make sure you are taking no more than one medicine containing acetaminophen at a time.
Q: How can I safely give acetaminophen to my child?
A: You can safely give acetaminophen to infants, children, and teenagers if you
Check the active ingredients in the other medicines that your child is taking (or that your child may take) to make sure they don’t contain the active ingredient acetaminophen. Your child should never be taking more than one medicine containing acetaminophen at a time.
Read all the information given by your child’s doctor and follow directions.
Read the information on the OTC “Drug Facts” label or on the prescription label and follow directions.
Choose the right medicine based on your child’s weight and age. On OTC medicines, the Directions section of the “Drug Facts” label tells you:
- if the medicine is right for your child
- how much medicine to give
- how many hours you must wait before giving another dose
- when to stop giving acetaminophen and ask a doctor for help
If a dose for your child’s weight or age is not listed on the label, or you can’t tell how much to give, ask your pharmacist or doctor what to do.
Use the measuring tool that comes with the medicine. It will give the exact dose. If you don’t have the right measuring tool, ask a pharmacist.
Don’t use a spoon that’s meant to be used for cooking or eating. A spoon should not be used to measure medicine because it may give the wrong amount.
Never give more than one medicine that contains acetaminophen. If you give more, it could harm your child.
Prevent medicine accidents:
Keep a record of the medicines you give your child. Write down the dose and time when you give the medicine. This will help everyone who cares for your child know how much medicine your child has had. This will help everyone avoid giving an extra dose by mistake.
Keep medicine where it can’t be seen or reached by children and pets; a locked box, cabinet, or closet is best.
Q: What should I do if the pain or fever doesn’t get better after taking acetaminophen as directed?
A: Take the medicine only as directed. Don’t take more. If the medicine doesn’t help you feel better, talk to your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist.
Q: What should I do if I took too much acetaminophen? What should I do if I gave too much acetaminophen to my child?
A: Don’t wait! Call 9-1-1 or Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222 right away to find out what to do. The signs or symptoms of liver damage may not be noticeable for hours or even days after taking acetaminophen. By the time you notice changes, the liver damage may be severe and could lead to death.
Q: Where can I get more information on acetaminophen?
A: Talk to a doctor, nurse, or pharmacist.
-Visit FDA’s consumer Web pages:
-Don’t Overdo It with Acetaminophen (video)
-Safe Use of Over-the-Counter Pain Relievers and Fever Reducers
-A Guide to Safe Use of Pain Medicine
-Contact the FDA at 1-888-INFO-FDA.
-Or, e-mail questions to FDA at druginfo@fda.hhs.gov
The FDA's question and answer guidelines also appear on FDA’s Consumer Updates page, posted on June 24, 2009, which features the latest on all FDA-regulated products. Also view the informational uTube video below on this subject of guidelines for safe use of over-the-counter pain relievers and fever reducers, particularly acetaminophen.
Sunday, September 20, 2009
Saturday, September 19, 2009
Katie is the 2009 Homecoming Queen for Provo High School
Katie & Sierra danced at halftime at the football game with the Ballroom Team
Okay, we all know how this works, there always seems to be the "it" crowd that are picked for these kind of things. You know like the Captain of the Cheerleading Team and the Captain of the Football Team. This year was different, people from the outside of the normal "clique" were chosen.
Two amazing young people who are good and kind with big hearts. As they announced Katie's name the crowd erupted, then started chanting her name. I am so happy for her. What an honor to be voted by your peers.
Katie Williams & David Wilcox
Katie is wearing a vintage 1950's prom dress on a crinoline slip, it's the real deal. With all vintage jewelry, she looked so pretty out there.
The Homecoming Court
Mom, Katie, David and Dad
The Fans!!
brothers - Devin & Derek, all decked
out in shades of Provo green
and sister - Lindsay, Shelby made the sign!
Pretty in Pink!!
Kate and her date Mark Manuele
"The Ride"
Friday, September 18, 2009
So Long, Farewell
As we get ready to depart for our mission tomorrow morning our thoughts turn to you. We are excited about our mission to Canada and learned so much in the MTC. What a wonderful experience!
We are grateful for this opportunity to serve the Lord in a full-time missionary capacity. we were told by both our Stake President and in the MTC that our families would be blessed beyond what we can imagine while we serve this mission. I am sure that includes all of you.
We will miss all of you. As we always do those that are at a distance.
We will have our email available and facebook. We will still have our cell phone, but are told it is very expensive as soon as we enter Canada. We will have it on and anyone can leave a message, we will pick them up often.
For those who are interested we are going to try the Skype service, we understand that it is free and you can do your phone calls over the Internet.
Elder Michael Tanner/Sister Lois Tanner
Canada Halifax Mission
202 Brownlow Ave Unit F Bldg F
Dartmouth, NS B3B 1T5
Canada
We are grateful for this opportunity to serve the Lord in a full-time missionary capacity. we were told by both our Stake President and in the MTC that our families would be blessed beyond what we can imagine while we serve this mission. I am sure that includes all of you.
We will miss all of you. As we always do those that are at a distance.
We will have our email available and facebook. We will still have our cell phone, but are told it is very expensive as soon as we enter Canada. We will have it on and anyone can leave a message, we will pick them up often.
For those who are interested we are going to try the Skype service, we understand that it is free and you can do your phone calls over the Internet.
Elder Michael Tanner/Sister Lois Tanner
Canada Halifax Mission
202 Brownlow Ave Unit F Bldg F
Dartmouth, NS B3B 1T5
Canada
We Are A Family
We Are A Family
Since before any of us
were born, God planned for
us to share our lives together.
He knew exactly how our strengths
and weaknesses would balance one
another and the depth of love, understanding,
and commitment we would learn to feel.
He knew the richness of our separate
characters would be developed through
hard times and that mutual trust
and respect would be born as a result
of overcoming the trials together.
He knew that we would laugh
together and cry together.
He knew we would need
each other... to hug...
to help... to teach...
to serve...
to love...
Wednesday, September 16, 2009
Digital Camera Fun
The great thing in having digital cameras these days is how fun and easy they are to use. Donny had to take the back garage door off for something and before he could get it back on the girls took it back, to a corner of yard and started shooting away. The older girls are always playing around with the camera, but what is cute is how closely the little eyes of Lindsay has watched and learned
Katie
Kristen
~
Work it Lindsay!! :-)
Monday, September 14, 2009
Sunday, September 13, 2009
Saturday, September 12, 2009
Friday, September 11, 2009
9/11 Tribute - 2009 with Glenn Beck & Finding Hope
Originally posted ...
September 11th, 2008
That day changed me, an innocence lost.
How could it happen here?
I will never forget.
God Bless America.
Thursday, September 10, 2009
5000moms - Imagine What We Can Do Together - Soul Essentials
Why Soul Essentials?
Our mind, body and soul are connected. It is through these connections that our lives manifest. We see evidence of that all around us in how we feel and how we act. When we don’t get enough sleep the chain reaction starts from exhaustion – leading to emotionally eating to get through the day - then snapping at your child because they have spilled one too many drinks on the floor that day. This is a simplified example of what can occur; but what if the opposite scenario is possible? It can be!
Picture a mother centered and rested. It may seem like an impossibility to say ‘mother and rested’ in the same sentence. But the rest you are seeking can be like the eye of a storm. The storm is still raging all around a mother but in the center – is where the calm resides. A day that is full of possibilities, fun and love - even if the baby didn’t sleep all night! Why are you feeling depleted? What are your inner beliefs about yourself and life?
We all have tipping points where we see our story isn’t what we dreamed it would be. We see the signs in our physical health, our relationships and in our business experiences. With fear, anger and avoiding behaviors we find ourselves in crisis. You may be cycling in ways that feel shameful such as addictions. The market is flooded with guide books, experts and practitioners to help fix our problems. But the answers, to what we perceive as life’s problems, are found inside our souls. How do we find those answers? Where is the balance we all are seeking? Where can you refine, refocus and respond authentically to your life? These subjects are discussed in the Soul Essentials curriculum. Here you will learn more about slowing down and sitting still so you can get up and move more joyfully through life.
Ganel-Lyn K. Condie
Soul Essentials Specialist
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