The effectiveness of both Tylenol and Aspirin often depends on the type of pain you're experiencing. For instance, Aspirin offers anti-inflammatory benefits that Tylenol doesn't, Insider reports. It also acts as a blood thinner — making it unsafe for people with certain conditions. In general, children should not take Aspirin, especially if they're recovering from chickenpox. Aspirin also interacts with a high number of other medications, including ibuprofen, so be sure to check with your doctor if you're taking other drugs. However, Aspirin may also be helpful in reducing the incidence of strokes and heart attacks, Vox reports.
On the other hand, Tylenol can be extremely dangerous in high doses. The outlet notes that too much acetaminophen can seriously damage your liver, spurring symptoms like decreased appetite, nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain. So, taking acetaminophen in small doses may be okay, but it likely won't be as effective as ibuprofen. On the other hand, it also won't be as safe as Aspirin.
Before you reach for pain relief in a bottle, do some research on which medicine works best for your specific ailment and only take it in moderation.
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