What is another word for acetanilid?

Pronunciation: [ˈasɪtˌanɪlˌɪd] (IPA)

Acetanilid is a synthetic white crystalline solid often used as a pain reliever and fever reducer. It has several other synonyms including N-phenylacetamide, p-acetamidobenzenesulphonamide, and Antifebrin. Other common derivatives of acetanilid include phenacetin and paracetamol, both of which are used for pain relief and fever reduction. Historically, acetanilid was known as a major treatment for headaches and migraines, but its use has declined due to the discovery of its harmful effects. Today, other safer and more effective pain relief medications are used, such as aspirin, ibuprofen, and acetaminophen.

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Usage examples for Acetanilid

The active fever may be checked by 15 drops tincture of aconite every four hours or by one-third ounce of acetanilid.
"Special Report on Diseases of Cattle"
U.S. Department of Agriculture J.R. Mohler
The new order that requires manufacturers to substitute acetanilid for acetphenitidin does no more than replace fog with mist.
"Civics and Health"
William H. Allen
The coal tar products relieve even toothache or neuralgia, as well as a real headache, but I have had patients tell me over and over again that the continuous headaches from which they suffered were not relieved in the slightest degree by phenacetin or acetanilid.
"Psychotherapy"
James J. Walsh

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