{"id":353192,"date":"2016-04-04T10:46:39","date_gmt":"2016-04-04T15:46:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/content.findlaw-admin.com\/ability-law\/injury\/product-liability\/acetaminophen.html"},"modified":"2023-12-01T11:07:21","modified_gmt":"2023-12-01T16:07:21","slug":"acetaminophen","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.findlaw.com\/injury\/product-liability\/acetaminophen.html","title":{"rendered":"Acetaminophen Side Effects and Legal Info: FAQ"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Acetaminophen Side Effects and Legal Info: FAQ<\/h1>\n\n
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Acetaminophen is a common over-the-counter painkiller, but it can cause allergic reactions and liver damage if misused. Despite its widespread use, acetaminophen has faced recalls and legal scrutiny over safety concerns and labeling.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Acetaminophen is a medication used to relieve pain and reduce fever. It is part of a class of drugs known as analgesics. Some of the brand names of acetaminophen include Tylenol and Paracetamol.<\/p>\n

Acetaminophen is available without a prescription. Most people buy it over the counter at CVS, Walmart, or other retailers. But, there are times when your healthcare professional may prescribe this drug or a narcotic pain medication that contains acetaminophen. It depends on your medical condition.<\/p>\n

Users can take acetaminophen by mouth, in drop, powder, or liquid form. It is also available in chewable and non-chewable tablets.<\/p>\n

This article explains why people take acetaminophen and its potential side effects. It also discusses recall information<\/a> and product liability litigation that patients have filed against acetaminophen manufacturers.<\/p>\n