This Podcast Will Kill You

Ep 120 Acetaminophen/Paracetamol: Pain. Killer.

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Jul 11, 2023
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INSIGHT

Overdose Risk

  • Acetaminophen is widely used, making it common in overdoses.
  • This highlights the importance of understanding its potential dangers.
INSIGHT

Mechanism Mystery

  • Acetaminophen's exact mechanism of action remains largely unknown.
  • It reduces pain and fever, but the "how" is still being researched.
INSIGHT

CNS-Focused Pain Relief

  • Acetaminophen's pain-reducing effect is likely due to multiple mechanisms.
  • It may reduce prostaglandin production in our central nervous system.
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