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Acetaminophen (tylenol) is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory which is a kind of pain medication.

Dr. Geoffreysss Rutledgeee reviewed this

41 years experience

Brands

Tempra • Panadol • Tylenol

Side Effects

Common

Ringing in ears
Constipation
Feeling anxious
Nausea
Itchy rash
Lightheaded
Itching or burning
Diarrhea
Confusion
Fatigue
Abdominal pain
Drowsiness
Vomiting
Dizziness
Stomach pain
Tremor
Pain on urination
Blurred vision
Excessive sweating
Painful urination
Low blood pressure
Double vision
Agitation
Loss of appetite
Dysphoria
Euphoria
Heart palpitations
Rash
Cloudy or blurred vision
Reduced appetite
Itchy skin
Pain with urination
Shaking hands or tremor

Serious

Hypersensitivity
Slow or irregular breathing
Low blood pressure on standing
Hallucinations
Apnea
Drug problems
Low blood pressure
Illegal drug abuse

Treats

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