Pain Management Medications

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What is a strength of paracetamol at the recommended dose?

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Serious side effects are rare, making it a relatively safe drug.

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What have large clinical trials found about paracetamol's effectiveness for chronic pain?

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Paracetamol is no better than a placebo for chronic pain such as back pain or arthritis.

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What is a risk of exceeding the recommended dose of paracetamol?

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It can lead to serious health consequences and even death.

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What are NSAIDs effective for?

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Reducing fever, inflammation, and pain from headaches.

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What side effect can NSAIDs cause due to blocking certain enzymes?

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Stomach irritation.

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Why are NSAIDs not suitable for people with a gastric ulcer?

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They can create stomach irritation.

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What is a conflicting finding about the safety of ibuprofen?

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One study found it reduces the risk of Alzheimer's, while another found it increases the risk of breast cancer.

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What is the risk associated with long-term use of ibuprofen?

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It can be associated with a 44% less risk of developing Alzheimer's or a 51% increased risk of breast cancer.

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What is a strength of opioid medications in pain management?

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They have been found to be effective in treating acute pain.

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What are the dangers of higher doses of opioids?

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They can slow breathing and heart rate.