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\"\"<\/a>Amide of acetic acid and p\u2010aminophenol, a nonopioid analgesic and antipyretic drug, which may be administered orally or rectally.<\/p>\n

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An active ingredient in some non-prescription drugs that relieve pain and reduce fever. Is taken for headaches and other pains as a preference to aspirin.<\/p>\n

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An over the counter drug that reduces headache, fever, and inflammation. Trade names include Aspirin-Free Anacin, Tylenol, Apacet, and others.<\/p>\n

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Widely used nonprescription drug, sold under many trade names that relieves mild to moderate pain (analgesic) and reduces fever (antipyretic); it is frequently used in place of aspirin because it is less likely to cause gastrointestinal upset. Overdosage, either acute or chronic, may cause severe liver or kidney disease, which can be fatal.<\/p>\n

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A drug with antipyretic and analgesic effects similar to those of aspirin, but with limited anti-inflammatory or antirheumatic effects. It is used to treat mild to moderate pain. Unlike aspirin and related drugs, it is not irritating to the stomach.<\/p>\n

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A drug that reduces pain and fever (but not inflammation). It belongs to the family of drugs called analgesics.<\/p>\n

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A common pain reliever and fever reducer that can be obtained without a doctor\u2019s prescription.<\/p>\n

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It is a medication designed to alleviate pain and reduce fever. Tylenol stands as the most prevalent illustration of this type of drug.<\/p>\n

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