The main ingredient in Tylenol, which is manufactured by Johnson & Johnson, is acetaminophen. Acetaminophen is the active ingredient in other medications including the prescription medications Percocet and Vicodin, as well as over-the-counter medications NyQuil and some Sudafed products. Acetaminophen appears in more… Read More
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The Use And Misuse Of Painkillers
Painkillers in the United States have a long and storied history. From over-the-counter pain medications like aspirin, ibuprofen, and acetaminophen that are used for mild to moderate pain, to prescription-only medications such as the class of pain medications known as opioids (which include oxycodone, morphine,… Read More
