There are 2 common types of OTC (Over The Counter) pain medicines: Paracetamol is often recommended as the first medicine to try, if you have short-term pain. Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) is a group of medicines that work by reducing swelling and inflammation, and relieving pain. These include aspirin, ibuprofen and diclofenac. While OTC medicines are more easily accessed, they still carry risks. These medicines can sometimes cause unwanted side effects. If you take other medicines or substances, OTC pain-relief medicines can affect how your body responds to them. Your doctor or pharmacist can advise you on if it is safe to take OTC medicines for pain relief together with your other medicines.
Disponível em: <www.healthdirect.gov.au/pain-relief-medicines> Acesso em: maio 2024. Adaptado
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