History of acetaminophen
When was acetaminophen first made?
It was made in 1878
Acetaminophen works mainly on what bodily system?
nervous system
What is acetaminophen wideley known as?
Tylenol
What is the most common use of acetaminophen?
pain
Who is the original creator of acetaminophen?
Harmon Northrop Morse
what bodily part does it act upon to reduce fever?
hypothalamus
Acetaminophen is not anti-inflamatory it is?
Analgesic or antipyretic
What is the pain level acetaminophen most used for?
Moderate
What is the main brand that made acetaminophen wide spread?
Tylenol
IS it acetaminophen a strong anti-inflamtory?
no it is not
What is the chemical structure of acetaminophen?
para-aminophenol derivative
What else is acetaminophen used for?
Fevers
When was first clinical trial done on acetaminophen?
1893
A metabolite formed by acetaminophen in brain?
Am404
What is the chemical name of acetaminophen?
N-(4-hydroxyphenyl)acetamide
What is the form you can get it the easiest in?
pill form
When did acetaminophen become used widespread?
1950's
Acetaminophen is metabolized by what enzymes?
CYP450 enzymes
What is acetaminophen molecular formula?
C8H9NO2
About 25 billion doses a year