Does Acetaminophen (Tylenol (r)) Help With Sore Throat?

Family Medicine, Primary Care Roots Community Health Center, Hippo Education, Kameda Medical Center

Supervised by Kenji Taylor, MD

Absolutely, it is effective for sore throat pain caused by pharyngitis.

Explanation

Acetaminophen provides analgesic, antipyretic, and anti-inflammatory effects by preventing substances that cause pain, fever, and inflammation from being produced in the body. It can be used for various symptoms such as fever, menstrual pain, headaches, sore throats, and toothaches. However, the dosage is weight-based so caution is necessary when giving to children. It is also processed by the liver so should also be used with caution or avoided completely. Make sure to consult with your health care provider in these instances.

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