What is the mechanism of action for Tylenol in the reduction of fevers?

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What is the mechanism of action for Tylenol in the reduction of fevers?

2007-01-26 09:40:52 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Science & Mathematics ➔ Biology

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according to "Mosby's drug guide for nurses, 6th edition", it may block pain receptors that occur in responce to inhibition of prostaglandin synthesis. the antipyretic (heat reducing) action results from the inhibition of prostaglandins in the central nervous sysem, which contains the hypothalamic heat-regulating center.

2007-02-02 16:11:15 · answer #1 · answered by matt p 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋

The active ingredient is acetaminophen (paracetemol) and you should find all the information that you need here
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paracetamol

2007-01-26 17:51:19 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋

Don't know. But it sure wooks!

2007-02-02 20:39:24 · answer #3 · answered by gdmantle7 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋