paracetamol
1 of 1noun/ˈpæ.rə.ˌsɛ.ta.mɑ:l/
Forms:paracetamols
1
a synthetic compound, usually in the form of tablet, used to treat or reduce fever and pain
- I took some paracetamol to relieve my headache.
- Paracetamol is often used to reduce fever and mild pain.
- He asked the pharmacist for paracetamol because his back was sore.
- She felt better after taking paracetamol for her cold symptoms.
- It’s important not to exceed the recommended dose of paracetamol.