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Paracetamol / Acetaminophen

 
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    Oral / IV
    Paracetamol / Acetaminophen
    Panadol, Tylenol, Dymadon, Panadol Osteo (SR) 
    • Mechanism of Action
    • Unknown mechanism, though believed to be a weak inhibitor of prostaglandin synthesis. Also thought to inhibit COX-2, though without anti-inflammatory effects.

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    • Adverse Effects
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