Pain Relievers

Pain relievers are medicines that reduce or relieve headaches, sore muscles, arthritis or any number of other aches and pains. There are many different pain medicines, and each one has advantages and risks. Some types of pain respond better to certain medicines than others. Each person may also have a slightly different response to a pain reliever.

Over-the-counter (OTC) medicines are good for many types of pain. There are two main types of OTC pain medications: acetaminophen (Tylenol) and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). Aspirin, naproxen (Aleve) and ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin) are examples of OTC NSAIDs. If OTC medicines don't relieve your pain, your doctor may prescribe something stronger. Many NSAIDs are available at prescription doses. The most powerful pain relievers are narcotics. These drugs can have serious side effects. You must use them only under a doctor's supervision.

There are many things you can do to help ease pain. Pain relievers are just one part of a pain treatment plan.

External Resources

Natural Therapy of Exercises to Relieve Pain and Stress - Exercises for back pain relief and stress reduction. Manual, classes, and online help. Christy Friederich is based in Davis, California.

How to Use the Footarch Correctly - Book on how the foot arch works can help relieve foot pain, flat feet, shin splints and other foot problems.

I Cured My Arthritis You Can Too - The right foods and exercises for relieving arthritic pain.

Uniquely Emu Products - Information plus secure online ordering. Available products include: pure emu oil, pain relievers, moisturizers, hair care, soaps, supplements, gift sets, emu meat, egg shells, and books.

Emuphoria Pure Emu Oil - Products which aid in relieving arthritic pain, scarring, Chrons disease and ulcerative colitis, skin disorders and contain natural anti-oxidants and essential fatty acids. Located in Rustenburg, South Africa. Prices listed in rand.

DREMU - Emu oil based products help relieve pain, brighten your complexion, hide wrinkles and disguise under-eye circles and puffiness.

Hotheadz.net - Designed to naturally relieve pain and stress.

Tiger Balm - Information about this topical analgesic, with a soothing action, that relieves muscular aches and pains.

OK Herbals, LLC - Topical pain reliever and skin treatment for acne and blemishes.

Elmore Oil - Special blend with an olive oil base for use as a pain reliever for all forms of arthritis, joint pain, and muscle aches.

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