10 facts about painkillers that can save your health

What you need to know about painkillers

Research shows that 15% of people exceed the daily dose of painkillers without realizing it. This is often due to taking several medications at once that contain the same active ingredients. For example, paracetamol is found not only in fever pills but also in cold or allergy medications.

Here are 10 important things you need to know:

• Paracetamol is the better choice for fever; it acts gently and is safer for the body.
• NSAIDs (ibuprofen, naproxen) are more effective for inflammation and muscle pain, but they have more side effects.
• An excessive dose of paracetamol can damage the liver, especially when combined with alcohol.
• NSAIDs can cause stomach pain, ulcers, high blood pressure, and even stroke.
• Consult your doctor if you're not sure which painkiller to choose.
• Don’t exceed the dose – it won’t increase the effect, it will only raise the risks.
• Persistent pain is a signal to see a doctor, not to pop another pill.
• Read the composition of medications to avoid overdosing on the same substances from different products.
• Alternate paracetamol and NSAIDs for strong pain – it’s more effective and safer.
• Try local or non-drug methods such as gels, patches, heat, or therapeutic exercises.

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