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By Anne Marie Helmenstine, Ph.D.
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Acetaminophen - Paracetamol Chemical Structure
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This is the chemical structure of paracetamol or acetaminophen. Acetaminophen is commonly sold in the US under the brand name Tylenol. This pain reliever is derived from coal tar.
Photo Credit: Todd Helmenstine
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