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What is your favorite painkiller?
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Curiously, ibuprofen doesn't work for me, at all.
My 'favorite' is acetylsalicylic acid. It really helps me with my strong cramps, and even headaches. For my back pain I use caffeine + carisoprodol + paracetamol, and it also helps me to sleep a lot better. For stronger headaches dipirona + isometepteno + caffeine is also awesome [to be really honest I believe I am already addicted to caffeine in a certain level]. But as far as I know dipirona is forbidden in the USA, so it might not be that good for you.
My 'favorite' is acetylsalicylic acid. It really helps me with my strong cramps, and even headaches. For my back pain I use caffeine + carisoprodol + paracetamol, and it also helps me to sleep a lot better. For stronger headaches dipirona + isometepteno + caffeine is also awesome [to be really honest I believe I am already addicted to caffeine in a certain level]. But as far as I know dipirona is forbidden in the USA, so it might not be that good for you.
Paracetamol for headaches (but from the extra strength ones) and ibuprofen for any kind of muscular pain.
I should go get some ibuprofen now, actually, to deal with my larynx...
I should go get some ibuprofen now, actually, to deal with my larynx...
It depends on why I'm taking it, I guess. Acetaminophen is my go-to simply because it interacts less with my prescription medications. Ibuprofen is more for migraines or sinus headaches, though I find naproxen works better and I don't have to take as much so I rarely (if ever) take ibuprofen any more.
T3s also work pretty well for migraines if I don't take them too often.
I've only ever had oxycodone once for tooth pain, and it was barely enough to stave that off. I still had a portion of the bottle lying around after the fact, however, and if I were to point at a favourite I would absolutely pick oxycodone. I felt fantastic taking that and I'll admit it's not something I'd leap on the chance to get again. I can see how people springboard off that to stronger stuff.
I generally don't take any painkiller unless I absolutely need it, though.
T3s also work pretty well for migraines if I don't take them too often.
I've only ever had oxycodone once for tooth pain, and it was barely enough to stave that off. I still had a portion of the bottle lying around after the fact, however, and if I were to point at a favourite I would absolutely pick oxycodone. I felt fantastic taking that and I'll admit it's not something I'd leap on the chance to get again. I can see how people springboard off that to stronger stuff.
I generally don't take any painkiller unless I absolutely need it, though.
I like to enjoy life in all of its agonizing glory. I wouldn't want to dull the sensation in any way.
Ibuprofen is my favorite. If the pain is quite awful, I'll take ibuprofen + Tylenol. That provides a lot of relief. If the pain is extreme (approaching migraine or unable to sleep) I have Vicodin.
+1 ibuprofen was found to increase life span in rats. Tylenol kills your liver.
+1 ibuprofen was found to increase life span in rats. Tylenol kills your liver.
Hydro or Oxy's.
Don't like anything stronger, nor want them. They make me sick if I use them for more than a few days though. Haven't used them in quite some time, due to not injuring myself or having any major pain. The euphoria makes the pain not matter.. it's great. Though I can see why the are so addictive.
Don't like anything stronger, nor want them. They make me sick if I use them for more than a few days though. Haven't used them in quite some time, due to not injuring myself or having any major pain. The euphoria makes the pain not matter.. it's great. Though I can see why the are so addictive.
I have psoriatic arthritis that only occasionally flairs up, so a massive dose of ibuprofen is a godsend.
Been prescribed oxy after some surgeries I've had and while I really do like the feeling of them, I can't do large doses or I feel sick. While in the hospital last time, I was in quite a bit of pain and still had a couple hours before my next dose of pills so the nurse recommended I utilize a breakthrough dose IV of dilaudid. Now holy shit. I've taken lots of different drugs over the years, but I have never experienced anything like that. It was a beautiful feeling. I didn't ask for it again because that shit was good and I could tolerate the pain.
Been prescribed oxy after some surgeries I've had and while I really do like the feeling of them, I can't do large doses or I feel sick. While in the hospital last time, I was in quite a bit of pain and still had a couple hours before my next dose of pills so the nurse recommended I utilize a breakthrough dose IV of dilaudid. Now holy shit. I've taken lots of different drugs over the years, but I have never experienced anything like that. It was a beautiful feeling. I didn't ask for it again because that shit was good and I could tolerate the pain.
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you think pain is your ally. But you merely adopted the pain; I was born in it, moulded by it
I was recommended naproxin for my back pain because it was supposed to combat inflammation and be a painkiller, but I didn't respond well to it. I bought it instead of codeine the doctor prescribed me because I am too fucking scared to use any opiates [when I found out about 'lean/purple drank' I was shocked].
The good stuff.
Otherwise, Nurofen ibuprofen liquid capsules. I was skeptical of the liquid marketing, but they do seem to act faster.
Otherwise, Nurofen ibuprofen liquid capsules. I was skeptical of the liquid marketing, but they do seem to act faster.
there are a lot of nsaids you can try. Combined with acetaminophen it really deadens the pain. I screw my back in the most asinine ways a couple times a year and it's the only thing gets me through work. Also make sure that if you're standing at a table, like you work at a restaurant that the table is tall enough so your not hunched for hours on end. These are the only two pieces of advice I've found work for me.
I grit my teeth, lay down w lights out or just chill and power through it. Not a fan of taking pills to deal with pain, I have done that very infrequently.
I don't take meds much, I've see people I know who started with moderate usage ruin their lives later on. For me Ibuprofen maybe for inflamation, and asprin to thin my blood when I get headaches maybe is it.
Same here. I hope it's fully legal by the time I hit my 60s, in order to combat arthritis, back pain, or any other ailments my elders keep complaining about.
Depends on the pain. Ibuprofen for muscle aches or physical pain, Excedrin (i.e. acetaminophen + caffeine) for headaches.
I always instinctively pick aspirin, or ibuprofen sometimes, but I honestly couldn't tell you why. I suppose I'll take whatever over-the-counter stuff is available if I need it, the extra strength stuff preferably.
I only take painkillers probably two or three days per year. Only when I have the worst headaches.
I only take painkillers probably two or three days per year. Only when I have the worst headaches.
For headaches, water and then sleep. Anything else man up and feel the pain!
(no broken bones, no server muscle issues)
(no broken bones, no server muscle issues)
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Adrenaline as painkiller?? Never heard of that before, interesting.
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I avoid medications as much as possible, unless necessary. I've always been a let nature do its things person. That said, I'm healthy and don't suffer from chronic pain. Even if I did I would consider other alternatives. Painkillers can have some gnarly side effects and addictive properties.
I avoid medications as much as possible, unless necessary. I've always been a let nature do its things person. That said, I'm healthy and don't suffer from chronic pain. Even if I did I would consider other alternatives. Painkillers can have some gnarly side effects and addictive properties.
