Paracetamol
(noun)
A common pain reliever and antipyretic medication, used to treat conditions such as headaches, muscle aches, and fevers.
Origin:
Derived from the chemical name 'para-acetylaminophenol'.
Examples:
- He took two paracetamol tablets to alleviate the headache that had been bothering him all day.
- Paracetamol is a popular choice for treating fever, as it is mild and has few side effects.
- The doctor prescribed paracetamol to help manage the patient's chronic pain.
- Paracetamol is available over-the-counter, making it a convenient and accessible form of pain relief.
- Research has shown that paracetamol is effective in reducing pain and lowering fevers, but it does not have anti-inflammatory properties.