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Acetaminophen is one of the most common medicaments found in households. Acetaminophen is also called as paracetamol and N-acetyl-p-aminophenol (APAP). It is used for the treatment of pain and to lower fever. It is an effective pinch-hit for aspirin, due to its analgesic and antipyretic properties. It reduces fever through its comportment on the heat regulating center of the brain. Typically, hydrocodone and acetaminophen are combined to realize pain relief, as in Vicodin and Lortab. Acetaminophen may also be used to abet the pain of osteoarthritis. Acetaminophen comes as a tablet, chewable tablet, capsule, suspension or solution drops extended-release (long-acting) tablet, and orally disintegrating tablet (tablet which dissolves quickly in the mouth), to take by mouth, with or without food.

Acetaminophen also comes as a suppository to use rectally. Acetaminophen is very quickly absorbed from the stomach and small intestine and metabolized by composition in the liver to nontoxic compounds. These water-soluble conjugates are then liquidated in the urine. Acetaminophen is usually avoided in pregnant Women. Acetaminophen is excreted in breast milk in small quantities. Somewhat, acetaminophen use by the nursing mother appears to be safe. When used preemptly, side effects are rare. The most severe side effect is liver damage because of large doses, chronic use or concomitant use with alcohol or other drugs that also damage the liver. Chronic alcohol use may also increase the chance of stomach bleeding.