For people suffering from severe pain, methadone may be a solution. This powerful analgesic medication is also used in some situations as a replacement drug for people who are recovering from addiction to other (more harmful) painkillers. Introducing Methadone Methadone is an incredibly addictive opioid. Even prescription levels of methadone can be habit forming, and [...]
Ibuprofen is one of the most common pain relievers on the market. It’s part of the nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) class. Ibuprofen does come in prescription form (800 mg), but it is also available over the counter in drops, tablets, suspension and chewables. Package directions specify that the maximum dosage per day is 1,200 mg, [...]
In August 2015, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) made public its decision to approve OxyContin prescriptions for certain children between the ages of 11 and 16. Naturally, there were parents and consumers who perceived this to be a bizarre verdict, one that could open up a world of trouble for a particularly vulnerable population. [...]
Over the counter drugs and medications can be helpful for managing symptoms associated with the common cold and with minor ailments such as headaches, backaches, muscle sprains, etc. Acetaminophen is one such medication that can easily be purchased over the counter and is useful as both a pain reliever and fever reducer. This substance is [...]
Opioid-based medications are often thought of in terms of use for the consumer, which is mainly for painkilling purposes. Some of the most widely circulated and marketed opioid painkiller medications include brand names such as OxyContin, Vicodin, Percocet, Demerol, etc. While these medications are obtained through the prescription of a qualified physician, many individuals may [...]MEDICAL ADVICE DISCLAIMER: The service, and any information contained on the website or provided through the service, is provided for informational purposes only. The information contained on or provided through this service is intended for general consumer understanding and education and not as a substitute for medical or psychological advice, diagnosis, or treatment. All information provided on the website is presented as is without any warranty of any kind, and expressly excludes any warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.