Acetaminophen (Paracetamol)
Introduction Paracetamol (or acetaminophen) is a familiar analgesic, a drug that is used to relieve pain. It can also be used to reduce fever and some kinds of headaches. This creates an antipyretic, something that reduces fevers. It is employed in many drugs that treat the flu and colds. The words acetaminophen and paracetamol both come from the names of the…