Ankylosing Spondylitis Medications (Cont.)

Analgesics and Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs)

Analgesics relieve pain; NSAIDs relieve pain and reduce inflammation. Some common pain relievers and NSAIDs used as ankylosing spondylitis medication include:
 
 
 
 
Acetaminophen
Acetaminophen is an over-the-counter medication used to relieve pain. A few examples of acetaminophen include aspirin-free Anacin®, Excedrin®, Panadol®, Tylenol®, and Tylenol Arthritis®.
 
Acetaminophen usually has no side effects when taken as directed. Do not take acetaminophen with alcohol or take multiple products containing acetaminophen. Also, do not use acetaminophen for more than 10 days unless directed to do so by a physician.
(Ankylosing Spondylitis Medications Continued: Page 3)

Pages:

Previous 1 2 3 4 5 6 Next

Add this article to your Favorites     Email this article     Print
Written by/reviewed by: Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
Last reviewed by: Arthur Schoenstadt, MD