Question 1

which medicine should i take for pain?

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See below: I need a better description of the pain.  The casue of the pain needs elucidation and then there a a variety of pain pills starting with Aspirin and working up to narcotics  what you need dpends on the type of pain and the severity of the pain.

Question 2

what can i take for pain of cankers?

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Ask doctor or dentist: There are ointments you can use to help with canker sores, but you first have to discuss this with your PCP/or dentists, will you really know well and who can advise you as to which prescription would be better for you to take right now.

Question 3

what medicine should i take for pain relief?

Accepted Answer

RICE: Rest
Ice
Compression
Elevation

Add an OTC pain relief from the pharmacy. Call a Doctor to get a diagnosis.

Question 4

what can i take for pain caused by neurofibromas?

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Neurofibromatosis?: These can be really painful but your neurologist can help steer you toward some non-narcotic medications that may help.

Question 5

what kind of medicine should i take for pain if i'm allergic to insaids?

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Talk to your Doctor: First off clarify with your physician what your "allergy" is.  Depending upon your medical history your allergist, in consultation with your pcp, may be able to design a dozing protocol that allows you to take nsaids. If it determined you cannot or it is too dangerous to take these medications they should be able to suggests alternative medications depending upon your specific complaints.

Question 6

i am currently on lorazepam what can i take for pain that will not have a bad reaction?

Accepted Answer

: Preferably nothing until you talk to your Physician. He/she knows your medical history, your medication history, the results of your most recent lab tests, etc.  Why do you need pain medication. If reason is centered in/arond oral cavity, best approach is to treat the cause rather than the symptoms. Call the Physician that prescribed Lorazepam.

Question 7

had my discogram today... the pain was unbearable.. 10/10 pain scale... how long will this last...what should i take for pain?

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After diskogram: After these diagnostic injections, expect some pain for several days from aggravation of your problem--that's the purpose of the test after all. Narcotic meds are helpful afterward. Also, your doc may inject a steroid medication and/or local anesthetic at the same time which should help lessen the pain. Steroid medications may take a couple days. Rest, ice/heat, nsaid's also may help.

Question 8

meloxicam what medication can i take for pain?

Accepted Answer

see details: I do not understand your question. Meloxicam is an anti-inflammatory medication that has some value for relief of pain.

Question 9

what can i take for pain relief from sciatica in my back?

Accepted Answer

Anti inflammatory: Non steroidal anti inflammatory drugs are available over the counter in the pharmacy. The generic names are ibuprofen, naproxen, ketoprofen. They can upset the stomach so take with food.
Other meds that can help are aspirin, and acetaminophen. 
Your Doctor has better meds available so if you need stronger prescriptions or personalized treatment make an appointment when convenient for you.

Question 10

i have 8 stitches on my back what can i take for pain ? i was stabbed

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Can take the...: In such situations, the stabbed patient can take the advice of the doctor who repaired the stab wound. Stabbings vary in location, depth, cleanliness, etc... Patients vary a lot too. Many factors influence treatment decisions... so, one must be clear on what the doctor's instructions are before leaving the doctor. Otherwise, one ends up calling the doctor again, and that takes time.

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