Oral Nonprescription Pain Medications for Adults
Date Added:
September 26, 2023
Journal/Publication:
JAMA
Publisher:
AMA
Publication Date:
August 10, 2023
Issue:
9
Volume:
330
Type:
Patient Education Materials
Format:
Article
DOI (1):
doi:10.1001/jama.2023.11725
PMID (1):
37561520
Abstract
Some prescription pain medications prescribed by doctors also include a nonprescription pain medication. Therefore, to avoid taking more than the recommended amount of acetaminophen or an NSAID, it is important to tell your doctor if you are taking over-the-counter pain medications in addition to your prescription pain medication.
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RPR Commentary
Educational material pertaining to non-opioid pain medications in adults. James W. Mold, MD, MPH