What to ask your healthcare professional
These questions can help you understand your back pain and get effective relief.
1. If your healthcare professional is recommending medicine, ask the following:
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What type of medicine is it?
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Could it interfere with any other medicines or supplements I’m taking?
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Could it affect any conditions I have?
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Could it cause any side effects?
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How long should I take it?
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What if it doesn’t give me relief?
2. Are there alternative treatments I can try instead of, or in addition to, medicine?
3. Are there things that will make my pain worse? What should I avoid?
Which OTC pain reliever may be appropriate for you?
It may depend on your age, health conditions and other medications you may be currently taking.
Medicine labels matter to your health
What the warnings, directions, and other label facts tell you.