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 | 1,217 | 322 | |
| 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 | 25 | |
| Moderate | 23 | |
| Mild | 51 | |
| None | 465 |
Member evaluations
Jude1016
evaluated on Apr 25, 2016
- Perceived effectiveness for multiple sclerosis: Moderate
- Side effects: Mild
Fluff4brains
evaluated on Nov 28, 2014
- Perceived effectiveness for pain: Moderate
- Side effects: None
The-Gig
evaluated on Jan 15, 2013
- Perceived effectiveness for sciatic neuralgia: Slight
- Side effects: Severe
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