Pain, muscles and bones
Acetaminophen
Used for
Pain, fever
How it works
Works in the brain to ease pain and lower fever. Unlike NSAIDs, it doesn't reduce swelling.
Watch for
Liver damage above the daily maximum. It's hidden in many combination products as APAP.
- Examples
- acetaminophen (Tylenol)
More in pain, muscles and bones
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