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ACETAMINOPHEN

FDA-approved approved Small molecule ✓ Verified May 2026 Quality 5/100

ACETAMINOPHEN is a drug. It is currently FDA-approved (first approved 1968).

Acetaminophen is used to treat pain, particularly postoperative pain, as indicated by studies on ClinicalTrials.gov. It is administered either intravenously or orally, with some studies comparing the effectiveness of these two routes of administration.

At a glance

Generic nameACETAMINOPHEN
ModalitySmall molecule
PhaseFDA-approved
First approval1968

Approved indications

No approved indications tracked.

Common side effects

No common side effects on file.

Key clinical trials

Primary sources

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SourceUsed for
FDA labelMechanism, indications, dosing, boxed warnings, drug interactions
ClinicalTrials.govTrial enrolment, design, endpoints, results

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Frequently asked questions about ACETAMINOPHEN

What is ACETAMINOPHEN?

ACETAMINOPHEN is a Small molecule drug.

When was ACETAMINOPHEN approved?

ACETAMINOPHEN was first approved on 1968.

What development phase is ACETAMINOPHEN in?

ACETAMINOPHEN is FDA-approved (marketed).

Related

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