noun
- a pain-relieving and fever-reducing drug commonly used to treat headaches, muscle aches, and mild to moderate pain
Usage: also known as paracetamol in many countries outside the U.S.; available over-the-counter in various forms including tablets, capsules, and liquids
Examples
- She took acetaminophen to relieve her headache.
- The doctor recommended acetaminophen for the patient's fever.
- Acetaminophen is often used as an alternative to ibuprofen for pain relief.
- Many over-the-counter cold medicines contain acetaminophen.
- The bottle warned not to exceed the recommended dose of acetaminophen.
- Acetaminophen works by reducing pain signals in the body.