Multiple choice

The pharmacological name of the “Paracetamol” is _______.

  1. Nimesulide

  2. Acetaminophen

  3. Naproxen

  4. Doxepin

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Explanation

The pharmacological (generic) name of paracetamol is acetaminophen. Paracetamol is the international nonproprietary name (INN) used in most countries, while acetaminophen is the generic name used primarily in the United States and Japan. Both refer to the same compound with analgesic and antipyretic properties.

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