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A 20-year-old man presents to A&E after taking an overdose of paracetamol approximately 6 hours ago. He is unsure of the exact amount but thinks it was around 20 tablets (500mg each). He currently feels nauseous but has not vomited. What is the most important immediate action according to UK guidelines (TOXBASE/NICE)?

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