Treatments For Pain

The type of pain medication useful for a particular type of pain depends on the severity and cause of the pain.

For mild to moderate pain control

Consider the following medications which can be purchased without a prescription. (A prescription may be required for higher doses.)

• Over-the-counter drugs such as Acetaminophen (for example, Tylenol).
• Anti-inflammatory drugs (such as aspirin and ibuprofen).

For moderate to severe pain control

Opioids (narcotics which are derived from opium) such as codeine, OxyContin, Dilaudid, hydrocodone (Vicodin), Methadone, Oxycodone, Percodan/Percocet, and Morphine.

A prescription from your doctor is required for these medications.

For tingling and burning pain

This type of pain is usually neurogenic -- it starts with or has to do with the nerves or nervous system.

Antidepressants (drugs to treat depression) and anticonvulsants (drugs to prevent seizures) have been found to assist with this type of pain symptom. The use of antidepressants for this purpose does not indicate that you are suffering from depression or mental illness. Use of an anticonvulsant for this purpose does not mean you are suffering from convulsions.

A prescription from your doctor is required.

Pain related to inflammation or swelling

Steroids which are often used to help build muscle mass, are useful in minimizing swelling. Because of the possible side effects this treatment is sometimes used sparingly. It's particularly important to follow the directions about how long to take a steroid.

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