Definition of acetaminophen in English English dictionary
A white crystalline compound used in medicine as an anodyne to relieve pain and reduce fever
Drug used to relieve mild headache or muscle and joint pain and to reduce fever. An organic compund, it relieves pain by inhibiting prostaglandin synthesis in the central nervous system and reduces fever by acting on the temperature-regulating centre of the brain. Unlike aspirin, it has no anti-inflammatory effect. It also is much less likely to irritate the stomach and cause peptic ulcers, is not linked with Reye syndrome, and can be taken by persons using anticoagulants or allergic to aspirin. Overdosages can cause fatal liver damage. A common brand name in much of the world is Tylenol. See also ibuprofen
A synthetic drug with pain killing effects similar to aspirin but without anti-inflammatory effects It is used for patients who are sensitive to aspirin
a pain-relieving and fever-reducing drug found in many over-the-counter medications
an analgesic for mild pain; also used as an antipyretic; (Datril and Tylenol and Panadol and Phenaphen and Tempra and Anacin III are trademarks of brands of acetaminophen tablets)
a pain-relieving and fever-reducing drug found in many over-the-counter medications (i e , Tylenol, Tempra, or Feverall)
a pain-relieving and fever-reducing drug found in many over-the-counter medications (i e , Tylenol®, Tempra®, or Feverall®)