OTC

Question 1

Analgesics

Answer 1

Reduce inflamm, perception of pain, intensity/duration of pain. 1-6/10
Multiple classes available

Question 2

Acetaminophen

Answer 2

Tylenol
Pain and fever
Can cause acute liver failure
Acts in the CNS and turns pain off and inhibits heat-regulating center to reduce temp
Well tolerated, make sure dose is calculated and correct
Dosing: 10-15mg/kg per dose, not to exceed 5 doses per day

Question 3

NSAIDS

Answer 3

Mild to moderate pain, inflammation management
Increased cardiovascular clot risks and GI bleeding
ADR: cardio, GI, Heme (longer bleeding). kindey nephritis

Question 4

OTC NSAIDS

Motrin, Aleve

Answer 4

M: Ibuprofen
A: Naproxen

Question 5

Capsaicin

Answer 5

Muscle/joint pain, neuropathic pain, diabetic neuropathy
Decreases substance P, inhibiting pain.
Not for wounds, bandages, or before hot shower/sauna things
topical cream
patches 8%

Question 6

Lidocaine

Answer 6

Temporary relief of minor localized pain

Question 7

Menthol and methyl salicylate

Answer 7

counter irritants. local minor pain

bengay, icy hot

Question 8

Lidocaine

Answer 8

Lidoderm
temporary relief of minor local pain
blocks nerve impulses
ADR: erythema at application site