The best way to take your
over-the-counter pain reliever?
Seriously.
This resource is also available as a public
service announcement in PDF format.
Know the active ingredients in your pain
relievers. Read the labels.
Pain relievers such as aspirin, ibuprofen and naproxen are known
as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). These medicines
are safe and effective when taken as directed, but can cause stomach
bleeding or kidney problems in some people. So read the label
warnings, and follow dosage directions carefully. And be sure to
talk with your health care professional or pharmacist if you have
any questions. You can also learn more by calling 1-888-INFO-FDA or
visiting www.fda.gov/cder.
U.S. Department of
Health and Human Services
U.S. Food and Drug Administration
www.fda.gov/cder
Consumer
Education: Over-the-Counter Medicine
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Date created: January 22, 2004 |
