NHT News. Vol. 2 No. 4 Apr 2006
Got Headaches? An article from Hepatology Dec., 2005 found that the percentage of potentially fatal acute liver failure cases caused by the ingestion of acetaminophen (Tylenol™) rose from 28% in 1998 to 51% in 2003. Drinking alcohol when taking this pain-killer—even if it’s only in the same day—increases the risk of permanent liver disease. Acetaminophen is an ingredient in many headache and cold remedies.