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Acetaminophens

Acetaminophen is used to treat pain and to reduce fever. It works by reducing the feeling of pain and lowering the body temperature.

Why are acetaminophens prescribed?

  1. Pain (50%)
  2. Fever (50%)

Key takeaways

Acetaminophens are used to relieve mild to moderate pain and reduce fever. They also have other uses, such as easing arthritis pain. Acetaminophens work by blocking the production of certain chemicals in the brain that cause pain and fever. Acetaminophen (Tylenol) is the only medication in its class. But it comes in different dosage forms, including oral tablets, liquid suspensions, and rectal suppositories. This allows you to pick which formulation works best for you.

Prices for popular Acetaminophens medications
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Tylenol Arthritis Pain is part of the Acetaminophens class and treats Pain and Fever. Acetaminophen is used to treat pain and to reduce fever. It works by reducing the feeling of pain and lowering the body temperature. Tylenol Arthritis Pain is only available as a brand name drug.
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Silapap

as low as$6
ACETAMINOPHEN treats mild to moderate pain. It may also be used to reduce fever.
Infants Mapap is part of the Acetaminophens class and treats Pain and Fever. Acetaminophen is used to treat pain and to reduce fever. It works by reducing the feeling of pain and lowering the body temperature. Infants Mapap is only available as a brand name drug.
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M-Pap

as low as$9
ACETAMINOPHEN treats mild to moderate pain. It may also be used to reduce fever.
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Tylenol JR

as low as$10
ACETAMINOPHEN treats mild to moderate pain. It may also be used to reduce fever.
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Ofirmev

as low as$52
ACETAMINOPHEN treats mild to moderate pain. It may also be used to reduce fever.
ACETAMINOPHEN; DIPHENHYDRAMINE treats pain and helps you go to sleep faster. It is a combination of acetaminophen and an antihistamine.
Disclaimer: Popularity is based on total prescriptions for the brand and generic versions of each drug, regardless of the condition being treated. Some drugs are prescribed for multiple conditions.

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