What is Acetaminophen (Paracetamol)?
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Acetaminophen (also known as paracetamol) is one of the most commonly used analgesics (pain relievers) in Western medicine. Widely available either by itself or in cold and flu remedies, it is used to relieve aches and pains on an as-needed basis.
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How do members experience Acetaminophen (Paracetamol)?
Top 5 reported purposes & perceived effectiveness
| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pain | 1,218 | 323 | |
| Tension headache | 600 | 59 | |
| Myofascial pain syndrome | 432 | 33 | |
| Sciatic neuralgia | 280 | 30 | |
| Headaches | 240 | 58 |
Common side effects
| Side effect | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Elevated liver enzymes | 10 | |
| Stomach pain | 10 | |
| Constipation | 7 | |
| Liver impairment | 5 | |
| Nausea | 4 | |
| Fatigue | 3 |
Side effect severity
| Severity | Evaluations | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Severe | 26 | |
| Moderate | 23 | |
| Mild | 51 | |
| None | 465 |
Member evaluations
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kbc
evaluated on Dec 08, 2008
- Perceived effectiveness for Increase effect of another treatment: None
- Side effects: Mild
Stradog585
evaluated on Nov 16, 2008
- Perceived effectiveness for pain: Moderate
- Side effects: None
sweetad
evaluated on Sep 29, 2008
- Perceived effectiveness for pain: Slight
- Side effects: None
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