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Paracetamol's chemical name is N-(4-hydroxyphenyl)acetamide. It has the molecular formula C8H9NO2 and a molecular weight of 151.16 g/mol. The compound is a white, crystalline powder that is sparingly soluble in water and freely soluble in alcohol. Paracetamol exhibits weak acidic properties with a pKa of 9.5. | Paracetamol's chemical name is N-(4-hydroxyphenyl)acetamide. It has the molecular formula C8H9NO2 and a molecular weight of 151.16 g/mol. The compound is a white, crystalline powder that is sparingly soluble in water and freely soluble in alcohol. Paracetamol exhibits weak acidic properties with a pKa of 9.5. | ||
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== Pharmacodynamics == | == Pharmacodynamics == | ||