Toxikologie: Open Access

Abstrakt

Toxicological Implications of Age-Related Hepatic Changes in Paracetamol Handling

Katarzyna Marcin

This abstract provides a concise overview of the article titled "Toxicological Implications of Age-Related Hepatic Changes in Paracetamol Handling." The article explores the impact of aging on the liver's ability to metabolize paracetamol and discusses the potential toxicological consequences, focusing on altered enzymatic activity, blood flow, and overall liver function in the elderly. The abstract emphasizes the increased susceptibility of older individuals to paracetamol-induced hepatotoxicity and highlights the importance of personalized medicine and vigilant monitoring in the prescription and use of this widely used medication among the aging population.