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What kind of over-the-counter pain pills someone would get for bruised ribs, concussion and a fractured arm?
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Analgesic: Nsaids unless otherwise recommended by your doctor.
Answered 1/26/2013
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Acteaminophen: Acetaminophen can be used for the pains you are experiencing. You can also use ibuprophen (motrin, advil) or naprosin (Aleve).
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Ibuprofen: A general analgesic like tylenol, ibuprofen etc is all that is available to you OTC.
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