Pain Meds

Pain in any part of the body can have a negative impact on your life. It makes it hard to do daily activities and can make you stressed and upset. But there is hope to make things better – it’s called pain medicines. 

Generally, most types of pain we feel can be managed with proper rest. Occasional aches tend to come and go, and there are medicines that can be bought if the pain becomes unbearable.

This context delves into one of the most crucial pain management options which is pain medication. 

What Are Pain Medications?

Pain medications, also known as analgesics, are drugs that are used in the management and treatment of long-term and short-term pain. There are a large number of pain medications available in the market, such as oral medicines, ointments, gels, creams, and patches, and they come in various brand names. 

What Are Pain Relievers Used For?

Pain medicines are used to relieve inflammation and pain. For example –

• Due to injury, such as fractured bone.
• For short-term pain, such as headache.
• For menstrual cramps or muscle soreness.
• For long-term painful conditions such as cancer pain, back pain, or arthritis.
• After surgery. 

Types Of Pain Medicines

Since the process of pain is complex, therefore there are many types of pain medicines that work by acting through a variety of physiological mechanisms and are classified into two types – over-the-counter pain relievers and prescription pain relievers. 

Over-The-Counter Pain Medicines

• NSAIDs or nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs work by acting on substances present in the body that are responsible for causing pain, inflammation, and fever. 
• Acetaminophen is a non-opioid analgesic that elevates the body’s pain threshold but it has little effect on inflammation. 

Prescription Pain Relievers

• Opioids are a group of drugs that are derived from natural substances found in the opium poppy plants. Opioids have analgesic effects that work by modifying pain messages in the brain. 
• Corticosteroids are a class of synthetic drugs that are often administered as an injection at the place of musculoskeletal injuries. They have powerful anti-inflammatory properties. 

Corticosteroids can also be taken as oral tablets to relieve pain from arthritis and other conditions. 

• Muscle relaxants reduce pain sensation from tense muscle groups through sedative action in the CNS (central nervous system).
• Some antidepressants such as tricyclics are well known to reduce pain transmission through the spinal cord.
• Anti-anxiety drugs are used to relieve the symptoms of anxiety and are also known to work on pain in three ways: they reduce anxiety, relax muscles, and help people get rid of discomfort. 

Pain Medication Side Effects

Different pain medications have different side effects. Some of the side effects of all the above-mentioned pain medicines are as follows – 

• NSAIDs – Side effects of NSAIDs include indigestion, dizziness, drowsiness, headaches, allergic reactions, and stomach ulcers. 

In rare cases, these medicines can cause problems with your heart, kidney, and liver circulation, such as strokes, heart attacks, and heart failure.  

• Opioids – Side effects associated with opioids are respiratory depression, dizziness, drowsiness, urinary retention, sexual dysfunction, non-allergic itching, nausea, vomiting, lowered heart rate and blood pressure, euphoria, hallucinations, agitation, seizures, dysphoria, and muscular rigidity.
• Corticosteroids – Taking corticosteroids for a short duration causes very mild side effects but its long-term use can cause severe side effects including – weight gain, mood changes, trouble sleeping, fluid retention, gastrointestinal bleeding, elevated blood sugar, bone death, elevated blood pressure, cataracts, glaucoma, adrenal insufficiency, and suppression of the immune system. 
• Muscle relaxants – Side effects of muscle relaxers include – dry mouth, headaches, agitation, drowsiness, dizziness, nervousness, decreased blood pressure, and irritability.
• Antidepressants – Possible side effects of antidepressants are dry mouth, difficulty urinating, lower blood pressure, palpitation, weight gain, fatigue, and constipation. 
• Anti-anxiety drugs carry the risk of sedation, headache, visual problems, restlessness, nightmares, psychological changes, chest pain, and pounding heart. 
• Acetaminophen – Side effects include the following – red, peeling, or blistering skin, rash, hives, itching, hoarseness, difficulty breathing, or swallowing, swelling of the face, throat, tongue, hands, feet, ankles, eyes, lips, or lower legs. 

If taken too much, this drug can cause liver damage. 

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Soma Pills

Soma pill is an FDA-approved muscle relaxant that is used for treating short-term acute pain.  It is a popular brand of Carisoprodol and is prescribed along with rest and physical therapy. 

The manufacturer of this muscle relaxant is HAB Pharmaceuticals and the medication begins to work within half an hour of ingestion. 

Soma pill works directly on the CNS (central nervous system) and prevents the stimulation of pain from the affected part of the body from reaching the receptors of the brain to help relieve pain. 

The lowest dose of this medication is Soma 350 mg, which can be gradually increased to 500 mg. 

Tapentadol

Tapentadol is an opioid analgesic that is approved by the United States Food And Drug Administration for treating severe short-term and long-term pain. Tapentadol works by activating the opioid receptors in the brain and restricts the reuptake of a neurotransmitter called norepinephrine. 

This restriction results in the analgesic effects of this pain medicine. 

There are various brand names for Tapentadol, and two of its most popular and widely used brands are Aspadol and Tapaday. Aspadol has various dosage strengths, but Aspadol 100 mg tablets are the most commonly used dosage.

Tapaday is available in two dosage strengths: 100 mg and 200 mg. 

Pregabalin

Pregabalin is an FDA-approved medication used to treat neuropathic pain associated with diabetic peripheral neuropathy, spinal cord injury, and postherpetic neuralgia. It is also approved for the treatment of fibromyalgia and as adjunctive therapy for partial-onset seizures in adults with epilepsy.

Pregabalin is available under various brand names, and one of its popular brands is Nervigesic. It is manufactured by Signature Pharmaceuticals Limited. 

Nervigesic is available in various dosage strengths, such as Nervigesic 75 mg, 150 mg, and 300 mg which is the highest dose of this brand and is prescribed for severe neuropathic pain. 

How To Order Pain Medications At Vedi Care Health

• From the sidebar that is available on the Homepage, you will be able to choose your pain medication based on its active compound.  
• Once you choose your pain medicine, you can then select the name of the product, which will direct you to the respective page. 
• On the product page, select the quantity of the pills and then click on add the product to cart option.
• Once you’ve added the product to your cart you’ll be automatically redirected to the checkout page. If you have any discount or coupon code, you can add it here and select “Proceed to Checkout.”
• Finally, to place your order, add your address and contact information.

Final Note

Before taking any pain medication to treat any type of pain (short-term or long-term) it is crucial to make an appointment with a doctor first. 

And if you need urgent advice, but your healthcare provider is not available, speak with a pharmacist.