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Pain Medication - Basic Information About Pain Medications

When taking something for your back or neck pain, it is very important to read up on the drug first. Nearly every pain medication has side effects, and some or all pain meds may not be right for you if you have certain health conditions. You will only know by reading about it. This section includes fact sheets short articles on common back and neck pain medications.
Tylenol and Acetaminophen for Back Pain
Tylenol can be an effective substitute for aspirin for some back pain sufferers. Using Tylenol or acetaminophen as a medication for back pain can be effective for muscle pain and spinal arthritis.
Aspirin for Back and Neck Pain
Aspirin is often the first thing you reach for when you have a back ache or neck pain. Aspirin is an over the counter medication that helps with back muscle pain, spinal arthritis and minor injuries to the back or neck.
Aspirin Fact Sheet - Learn About Aspirin
Some form of aspirin dates as far back as 1500 BC, when Egyptians used it as a treatment for low back pain. As with any pain medication, it is important to be informed about aspirin - how often to take it and in what dose, and what the known side effects are. This aspirin fact sheet has the basic information about taking aspirin to relieve pain.
Tylenol Fact Sheet - Learn About Tylenol
If you have experienced an allergy or stomach upset when taking aspirin, Tylenol may be for you. The generic name for Tylenol is acetaminophen, meaning there are other over the counter medications very similar to Tylenol that may help relieve back pain. Learn the basic facts about Tylenol and acetaminophen for back ache or neck pain.
Pain Medications - Basic Facts About Pain Medication
Here is a brief overview of pain medications that goes over types of pain medications, including NSAIDs, narcotics, over the counter and prescription meds.
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