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I have arthritus in neck and knees, is nsaids or tylenols (acetaminophen) better?
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If pain is your main: Complaint, both tylenol (acetaminophen) and nsaids can be of benefit. If inflammation is playing a big part then the NSAID might help you get more relief. Either way, using a combination of both and not overdoing either can help minimize the gastric side effects and liver toxicity that can occur with nsaids and tylenol (acetaminophen) respectively.
Answered 10/19/2017
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