Panadol
Panadol
Panadol (/pænəˈdɒl/), also known as paracetamol or acetaminophen, is a commonly used over-the-counter medication for relieving pain and reducing fever.
Etymology
The name "Panadol" originated from the drug's generic name, paracetamol. It is derived from the chemical name for the compound, para-acetylaminophenol.
Usage
Panadol is used to treat many conditions such as headache, muscle aches, arthritis, backache, toothaches, colds, and fevers. It relieves pain in mild arthritis but has no effect on the underlying inflammation and swelling of the joint.
Side Effects
Like all medicines, Panadol can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them. Some side effects of Panadol include allergic reactions, blood disorders, and liver and kidney damage.
Related Terms
- Analgesic: A class of drugs used to relieve pain. Panadol belongs to this class.
- Antipyretic: A type of drug used to prevent or reduce fever. Panadol has this property.
- Over-the-counter (OTC) drug: Medicines that can be bought without a prescription. Panadol is an OTC drug.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Panadol
- Wikipedia's article - Panadol
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