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Having severe neck pain and back. i'm however uninsured. what are some over-the-counter medicine that may be helpful?
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See below: Heat, rest, gentle stretching and otc ibuprofen.
Answered 5/28/2015
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Pain: Even though you are uninsured there are free clinics and inexpensive walk in clinics that can see you, properly diagnose you and give you the right med suggestions. I suggest this as the proper approach so that your problem doesn't become chronic.
Answered 5/28/2015
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NSAIDS: Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDS) can be excellent for this type of pain. They can help with both pain relief and in reducing inflammation. Examples are ibuprofen (like Advil, Nuprin or Motrin), Naproxen sodium (like Aleve, (naproxen) Naprosyn, Anaprox) or Asprin (such as Bayer, Ecotrin, Ascriptin). Avoid NSAID's if pregnant or allergic to them.
Answered 5/28/2015
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