Tylenol is a popular over-the-counter drug brand used in symptomatic treatment of inflammations and fever. Acetaminophen is the major constituent of Tylenol. This class of drugs falls under the category of mild anti-pyretics and analgesics. Tylenol reduces temperature in fevers by acting on the heat regulation center of the brain, and hence, its categorization under anti-pyretics.

Tylenol is well tolerated in most age groups, and there is complete lack of withdrawal symptoms or the like in subjects recovering from a condition requiring ingestion of Tylenol. There is no more discomfort than the side effects of over use in subjects using Tylenol. Withdrawal symptoms are totally nil in any age group with Tylenol unlike some opiate analgesics which may develop into dependence.

The safety records of Tylenol usage are quite appreciably positive as established by clinical studies and trials. However, the carefree usage of Tylenol is a cause of concern among some health officials who insist that this drug should be included into the 'prescription only' list at higher dosages.

Any withdrawal symptoms that may occur upon stoppage of Tylenol usage would only be psychological rather than a bodily reaction. The safety establishments of Tylenol far outweigh side effects, and other causes of concern. It is completely safe to use Tylenol in children, rather than infants who should not be put on a course of Tylenol despite the fact that this medication is available over-the-counter. Tylenol's active ingredient is acetaminophen, which can pass from the breast milk to an infant causing breathing problems in the infant. Therefore, nursing mothers should avoid taking this medication.

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