Advil, Tylenol, and aspirin all claim to treat minor aches and pains, but theyre not interchangeable.

For acetaminophen [Tylenol] at doses of 500 to 1,000 mg, about 40 percent have a success.

Thats for acute pain, like youd get from a specific injury.

In several studies, it didnt work at all.

Should You Take Tylenol, Advil, or Aspirin for Pain?

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