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How to Choose a Pain Reliever

Original Question: Acetaminophen, aspirin, or ibuprofen?

Most over-the-counter medications use one of these 3 drugs as the active ingredient. How do you choose the best one for you? Discuss the benefits and side effects of each.

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by phineaskc
 Dec 08 '00 PREPARATION H: NO BUTTS ABOUT IT!
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by onabreak2
 Jul 25 '00 Do I Want An Ulcer or Do I Want Liver Damage?
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by Annie_Crane
 Oct 26 '00 The best way is not always the quickest way...
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by damino
 Jul 27 '00 Aspirin: Watch the expiration date!
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by Annie_Crane
 Sep 29 '00 Nothing can compare! (for me)
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by disartain
 Jul 26 '00 Not Now Darling, I Have a Headache
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by 4paws
 Aug 16 '00 Pain and simple......not!
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by fingy
 Dec 18 '00 A Doctor's opinion on choosing an OTC pain reliever
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by Machelle
 Jan 08 '01 Fever Blisters Gone!!!
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by foxfroggy
 Jul 25 '00 The Pain Truth
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by Kahfess
 Jan 05 '01 Do They All Work About The Same?
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by carolynuk
 Aug 07 '00 Be cautious when it comes to using a pain reliever
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by aimm
 Jul 30 '00 Place your bets
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by zsmomx2
 Aug 02 '00 Choose wisely and use sparingly
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by tyokoo
 Aug 30 '00 Post-drinking headache: a note of caution.
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