Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
acetaminophen
noun
/ˌæsɪˈtæmɪnəfən/
Definition
A medication used to relieve pain and reduce fever.
Examples
- Acetaminophen is often recommended for relieving headaches.
- After taking acetaminophen, her fever subsided.
- The doctor advised him to take acetaminophen for his back pain.
Meaning
Acetaminophen is commonly used to treat mild to moderate pain and is often prescribed for headaches, muscle aches, arthritis, colds, and fevers.
Synonyms
- Paracetamol
- Tylenol
- Analgesic
