Tylenol is a brand name for the medication whose active ingredient is acetaminophen (also known as paracetamol in many countries). Acetaminophen is classified as an analgesic (pain reliever) and antipyretic (fever reducer). It works by changing the way the body senses pain and helps reduce fever by aiding the body in eliminating excess heat
. Unlike NSAIDs (nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) such as ibuprofen or aspirin, acetaminophen is not an anti-inflammatory drug. It is primarily used to relieve mild to moderate pain from conditions like headaches, muscle aches, arthritis, menstrual cramps, toothaches, and to reduce fever
. Tylenol is available in many forms including tablets, liquids, chewables, and dissolvable packs, and is often included in more than 600 other over-the- counter and prescription medications
. In summary, Tylenol is an analgesic and antipyretic medicine containing acetaminophen, used for pain relief and fever reduction but is not an NSAID
