Q1 / 160 · TS EAMCET 2012 · Chemistry

Benzene 4-hydroxy acetanilide belongs to which of the following?

Correct answer
A
Antipyretic
B
Antacid
C
Antiseptic
D
Antihistamine

Solution

Benzene-4-hydroxy acetanilide is also called paracetamol. It is an antipyretic (i.e., used for lowering body temperature) as well as analgesics (i.e., used to releive pain).

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'A'.

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