Acetaminophen is a painkiller which can help with osteoarthritis and some inflammatory forms of arthritis. The mechanism of action is unclear, but it is thought to block cyclooxygenase enzymes (COX-1 and COX-2) which prevents your body from making prostaglandins which can cause pain and inflammation. Acetaminophen does not have many side effects but using more than the amount. . .
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