Pain Relief Medications
An eclectic collection of pain-relief information and ibuprofen-related content, including medication comparisons, recent findings, and otehr pain management tips.
- Medication for Treating a Fever in Children Under 5 Years OldAlthough children's body temperature varies normally with age and activity, generally a normal temperature is 100F rectally or lower and 99F orally or lower.
Aspirin, Ibuprofen, Naproxen, Acetaminophen: The Difference Between Over-The-Counter Pain RelieversThere are differences between over-the-counter pain relievers that consumers should understand. Aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, and acetaminophen are different substances whose desired effects (and drawbacks) can be different.
Suffering from Back Pain?Those suffering from back pain can successfully manage that pain and avoid further injury. People can manage their back pain without surgery or the use of prescription pain killers.- For Those Who Must Take Drugs: Protect Yourself from Drug Dependency and AddictionOnce people need to regularly take many types of prescription drugs, they run the risk of both drug dependency and addiction. The risk can be highest with medications like narcotic pain killers, sleeping pills, and anti-anxiety drugs.
- The Increasing Politics of Pain ControlPain distracts us from work, from enjoyment, and from life. It takes an immeasurably high toll on the quality of our lives along with the lives of others who love and care for us. It costs corporations, as well as ourselves, billions each year.
- Ten Ways to Cure a HangoverIf you've got a hangover, or think you may have one in the morning, here are some possible ways to cure it.
Self Care for Muscle SprainsMuscle sprains are when there is stress, strain, or tears of a muscle from injury or overuse. Self care is needed for most all muscle sprains and strains.- Senior Health TopicsAlzheimer's disease is a progressive, degenerative disease that attacks the brain and results in impaired memory, thinking and reasoning. The cause is unknown and there is no cure.