In this ARC DocTalk video, Damian G. Lara, MD, Family Medicine at ARC Bastrop talks about over the counter (OTC) pain medications, explaining the different uses for ibuprofen and acetaminophen, along with their risks. Dr. Lara says, “When it comes to ibuprofen and Tylenol, they are extremely safe when you take them at the doses listed on the bottle.”
Dr. Lara also addresses prescription pain medications and gives some great advice on how to avoid the risk associated with them.
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Watch this video for insight on dealing with pain, and Dr. Lara’s recommendations on the safest ways to do so.
Content in this video:
0:00 – Over-the-counter medication – Uses of ibuprofen and acetaminophen
0:45 – The risks of taking ibuprofen and Tylenol
1:07 – The risks of taking acetaminophen
1:18 – Narcotic pain medication should be the last resort for treating pain
1:28 – Avoiding the risks of pain medication by using the step-up method
1:53 – The risks of prolonged use of narcotic pain medication
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