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What are some over-the-counter pain relievers for painful joints and/or arthritis?
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See below: Over the counter medications commonly used for arthritis include Ibuprofen (advil), Naproxen (aleve), and tylenol (acetaminophen). Be sure to consult your physician if you still have pain after taking these medications for 2 weeks.
Answered 6/30/2014
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Medication: You can try over the counter Ibuprofen or tylenol (acetaminophen). If your pain is not improve, i recommend you seeking help from a health care provider.
Answered 6/25/2014
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Ibuprofen (Motrin): or Aleve (naproxen) are the typical OTC meds for arthritis. Tylenol (acetaminophen) can also be used.
Answered 9/29/2020
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