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Medications commonly used to control pain and inflammation in adults include:

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Acetaminophen

Controls pain, but has no anti-inflammatory properties

Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs:

Narcotic pain medications:

Require a doctor's prescription
Generally reserved for moderate to severe pain or severe pain

Acetaminophen

Acetaminophen decreases fever and pain, but does not help inflammation.
Adult dosing is 2 regular strength (325 mg) every 4 hours or 2 extra-strength (500 mg) every 6 hours.
Maximum dose is 4,000 mg per day.
Avoid this drug if you have alcoholism, liver disease or an allergy to the drug. See the package instructions.
Common brand names include Tylenol, Panadol, and many others.

Aspirin

Aspirin decreases pain, fever and inflammation.
It is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medication (NSAID).
Adult dosing is two regular strength (325 mg) every 4 hours with food.
There are numerous products that contain aspirin.
Follow the package instructions and NSAID precautions (below).

Ibuprofen

Ibuprofen decreases pain, fever and inflammation.
It is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medication (NSAID).
Adult dosing is 200-400 mg every 4-6 hours.
Do not exceed 1,200 mg per day without a doctor's recommendation.
Brand names include Advil, Motrin and Nuprin.
Follow the package instructions and NSAID precautions (below).

Naproxen

Naproxen decreases pain, fever and inflammation.
It is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medication (NSAID).
Adult dosing is 200 or 220 mg twice a day with food.
Do not exceed 500 mg per day.
Its brand name is Aleve.
Follow the package instructions and NSAID precautions (below).

Ketoprofen

Ketoprofen decreases pain, fever and inflammation.
It is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medication (NSAID).
Adult dosing is 12.5 mg every 4-6 hours with food.
Do not exceed 75 mg per day.
Its brand name is Orudis KT.
Follow the package instructions and NSAID precautions (below).

NSAID Precautions

Avoid using alcohol when taking any of these medications.
Do not mix prescription and non-prescription NSAIDS unless directed to do so by your doctor.
NSAIDS can interact with other blood thinners, such as Coumadin, and cause bleeding complications.
Ask your doctor before using an NSAID if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Ask your doctor before using an NSAID if you have a history of:

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Last Updated: Feb 19, 2008 References

Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MD; John H. Beckett, MD; D. Scott Gettings, MD

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