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This section lists drugs against pain, both chronic and acute. You will learn about drugs that can be used for each type of it, as well as about drugs that can address both pain and inflammation. The uses, safety and other information is included in detailed articles describing painkillers of various type.

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Pain

Diclofenac

Steven Korben, MD
Type of Drug: Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). Prescribed for: Rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, mild to moderate pain, juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, shoulder pain, menstrual pain and cramps, sunburn…
Pain

Capsaicin

Steven Korben, MD
Type of Drug: Local pain reliever. Prescribed for: Temporary relief of pain associated with rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, and neuralgias (nerve pain), such as shingles. It may also be prescribed for pain associated with psoriasis,…
Pain

Acetaminophen

Steven Korben, MD
Type of Drug: Antipyretic and analgesic. Prescribed for: Symptomatic relief of pain and fever for people who cannot or do not want to take Aspirin or a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). Acetaminophen may be given to children about…