Is phenacetin the same as acetaminophen?
Phenacetin was replaced by acetaminophen in English-speaking countries, with a smaller market share going to aspirin and, more recently, to ibuprofen. Acetaminophen is the first metabolite of phenacetin, and contributes to its effects.
Phenacetin was replaced by acetaminophen in English-speaking countries, with a smaller market share going to aspirin and, more recently, to ibuprofen. Acetaminophen is the first metabolite of phenacetin, and contributes to its effects.
