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SummaryA common, over the counter, fever reducer and painkiller. It is mixed with many common opiates. Can cause liver damage and failure in higher doses. No recreational value.
DosePain-relief Common: 200-400mg
Fever Common: 300-500mg
NOTE: Maximum daily dose is 4g
Onset60-60 minutes
Duration4-6 hours
Aliasesacetaminophen
paracetamol
tylenol
Categoriescommon
BioavailabityOral: 70-90% | Rectal: 30-70%
After-effects1-2 hours.