Paracetamol

Drug

Drug Profile

Paracetamol (acetaminophen) is an analgesic and antipyretic medication commonly used for pain and fever relief. It is widely available under brands such as Tylenol and Panadol. In the U.S., it was first marketed in 1950 and reintroduced in 1952.

Drug Class
Analgesic; antipyretic
Approval Status
First marketed in the U.S. in 1950 and returned to market in 1952.
Mechanism of Action
Inhibits prostaglandin synthesis via effects on COX enzymes, with CNS-dominant activity under low peroxide conditions.
Brand Names
  • Tylenol
  • Panadol
Indications
  • Pain
  • Fever

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