Acetaminophen
Anilides
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- Drug class
- Anilides
- Availability
- Prescription and OTC
- Routes
- Oral, Intravenous
- Markets covered
- 3
- Products on record
- 400
- FDA reports (12 mo)
- 41,250
Overview
Plain-language summary, compiled from the cited regulatory records
Acetaminophen is an active ingredient classified as an anilide [1]. It is approved for the temporary relief of minor aches and pains associated with conditions such as headache, the common cold, backache, minor pain of arthritis, toothache, and muscular aches [1]. It is also indicated for temporary relief of premenstrual and menstrual cramps and to temporarily reduce fever [1].
This ingredient is available under various brand names, including Acetaminophen, Pain Reliever Extra Strength, and basic care acetaminophen [1]. In the past 12 months, there have been 41,567 adverse event reports associated with this active ingredient [2]. Among the top reported reactions are off-label use, exposure during pregnancy, fatigue, headache, and nausea [2].
This is not medical advice. Consult a qualified healthcare professional.
Regulatory status by market
| Market | Regulator | Products | Last revision |
|---|---|---|---|
| GB United Kingdom | MHRA | 283 | June 1, 2026 |
| US United States | FDA | 83 | May 27, 2026 |
| CA Canada | Health Canada | 34 | June 2, 2026 |
GBUnited Kingdom· MHRA
283 products
Uses
For the relief of symptoms associated with the common cold and influenza, including relief of aches and pains, sore throat, headaches, fatigue and drowsiness, nasal congestion and lowering of temperature.
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USUnited States· FDA
83 products
Uses
Uses temporarily relieves these common cold and flu symptoms: cough nasal congestion minor aches and pains sore throat headache runny nose sneezing temporarily reduces fever controls cough to help your child get to sleep
How to take
CACanada· Health Canada
34 products
Uses
g. 1 Pediatrics Pediatrics (< 18 years of age): Based on the data submitted and reviewed by Health Canada, the safety and efficacy of TYLENOL® Dual Action Acetaminophen + Ibuprofen in pediatric patients < 18 years of age has not been established.
Therefore, Health Canada has not authorized an indication for children < 18 years of age (See WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS). 2 Geriatrics Geriatrics (> 65 years of age): Evidence from clinical studies and experience suggests that use in the geriatric population is associated with differences in safety and a brief discussion can be found in the appropriate sections (See WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS).
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Drug interactions
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Sources & citations
- [1]MHRA (UK) · PL434610160 · revised June 1, 2026
- [2]FDA DailyMed · 00689aa5-ed39-4c… · revised May 27, 2026 [PDF]
- [3]Health Canada (DPD) · 02558572 · revised April 2, 2026
- [4]OpenFDA adverse-event reports (US), 12 months ending June 4, 2026.
Information on this page is compiled from public regulatory records. Drugvu is not affiliated with any regulator or pharmaceutical manufacturer. This is not medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional.