Paracetamol

Overview

Paracetamol, also known as acetaminophen, is a widely used over-the-counter analgesic and antipyretic medication. It is effective in reducing fever and providing relief from mild to moderate pain.

API suppliers (4)

Suppliers of Paracetamol backed by a verifiable FDA Type II Drug Master File. Source: FDA quarterly DMF list.

• Bayer AGGermany
• TRIOCHEM PRODUCTS LTD
• ASHOK ORGANIC INDUSTRIES LTD
• JINZHOU JIUTAI PHARMACEUTICAL CO LTD

Patent & exclusivity (US)

Per the FDA Orange Book (28 approved US products), the latest listed US patent on Paracetamol expires 18 Apr 2030 and exclusivity 7 Jan 2026. Generic API sourcing typically opens up once these lapse.

Chemical identity

IUPAC name

N-(4-hydroxyphenyl)acetamide

Canonical SMILES

CC(=O)NC1=CC=C(C=C1)O

InChIKey

RZVAJINKPMORJF-UHFFFAOYSA-N

Therapeutic areas