통증을 완화하고 열을 내리는 데 사용되는 합성 화합물로, 흔히 해열 진통제로 쓰인다.
A synthetic compound used as a drug to relieve pain and reduce fever, commonly known as acetaminophen in North America.
예문:
"The doctor recommended taking paracetamol to lower the patient's high fever."
"Paracetamol is commonly used to treat mild to moderate pain, such as headaches or toothaches."
"Unlike some other painkillers, paracetamol is generally considered gentle on the stomach."