Acetaminophen (Paracetamol), Structure, Mechanism of action, Drug Interactions, Therapeutic Uses, Adverse effects and Contraindications
Acetaminophen Acetaminophen, also known as paracetamol, is a common over-the-counter medication used to alleviate pain and reduce fever. It is a widely used analgesic (pain reliever) and antipyretic (fever reducer). Acetaminophen is sold under various brand names and is available in different forms, such as tablets, capsules, liquid solutions, and suppositories. Acetaminophen, also known as paracetamol, is sold under various brand names around the world. Some of the common brand names of acetaminophen include: Tylenol (United States, Canada) Panadol (Worldwide) Calpol (United Kingdom, India) Crocin (India) Dolo (India) Mapap (United States) Paracetamol (Generic name used in many countries) Aceta (United States) Acephen (United States) Ofirmev (United States, intravenous form) Apo-Acetaminophen (Canada) Atasol (Canada) Tamin (Japan) Mechanism Of Action The MOA (Mechanism of Action) of acetaminophen, also known as paracetamol, is not fully understood, but it is believed to wo...