Acetaminophen
COMMON & BRAND NAMES
Tylenol; Paracetamol; APAP; [...]
EFFECTS CLASSIFICATION
Nonnarcotic Analgesic; NSAI
CHEMICAL NAME
N-(4-hydroxyphenyl)acetamide
DESCRIPTION
Acetaminophen is a non-salicylate analgesic and antipyretic (pain killer and fever reducer). It is a common over-the-counter pain medication found in hundreds of products around the world. At higher doses it is known to cause liver-damage.
CAUTION
People seeking psychoactive experiences from medications that also contain acetaminophen may be putting themselves at risk for liver damage.
GENERAL INFORMATION #
OFF-SITE RESOURCES
PRIMARY RESOURCES #
Understanding Acetaminophen Poisoning, Science Daily
Position Statement on Acetaminophen Use and Liver Injury, American Liver Foundation
Acetaminophen Toxicity Nomogram, Emergency Medicine Online
SECONDARY RESOURCES #
RESEARCH & JOURNAL ARTICLES #
Acetaminophen (Paracetamol) effective for acute migraine pain, Bandolier (overview)