Pain Articles A-Z

Warnings and Precautions With Mefenamic Acid

Mefenamic acid can potentially cause problems in the stomach and intestines. This eMedTV article offers more warnings and precautions with mefenamic acid, including other possible side effects and information on who should not take the drug.

What Does Darvocet Treat?

This eMedTV article answers the question, "What does Darvocet treat?" As this page explains, Darvocet is approved to treat mild to moderate pain. It is used for short-term pain relief (such as after a surgery), as well as long-term pain control.

What Does Demerol Look Like?

As Demerol (meperidine) is a common drug of abuse, many people may wonder, "What does it look like?" This eMedTV segment describes what brand-name and generic versions of the drug look like and explores Demerol's abuse potential.

What Does Generic Demerol Look Like?

As generic Demerol may be commonly abused, people may be curious as to what it looks like. As this eMedTV article explains, generic Demerol tablets are round and white, but the markings on the pills will vary depending on the particular manufacturer.

What Does Lortab Treat?

This eMedTV article addresses the question, "What does Lortab treat?" This page explains that Lortab is a prescription drug used to treat moderate to moderately severe pain in adults and children. This page also describes some off-label uses of the drug.

What Does Percocet Treat?

Many people wonder, "What does Percocet treat?" As this eMedTV page explains, Percocet is approved to treat moderate to moderately severe pain. It is commonly used to treat short-term pain (due to injuries or surgeries) but can also treat chronic pain.

What Does Tramadol Treat?

This eMedTV article addresses the question, "What does tramadol treat?" This page explains that tramadol is a prescription medication used to treat moderate to moderately severe pain in adults. This page also explains how the medication works.

What Does Vicodin Treat?

This eMedTV article addresses the question, "What does Vicodin treat?" This page explains that Vicodin is a prescription medication used to treat moderate to moderately severe pain in adults. This page also describes some off-label uses of the drug.

What Is Abatacept Used For?

Rheumatoid arthritis in adults can often be managed with abatacept. This article from the eMedTV Web site further discusses what abatacept is used for, explains whether it can be used in children, and lists possible "off-label" uses.

What Is Acetaminophen Used For?

Adults, children, and infants can all take acetaminophen for minor aches and pain. This eMedTV resource explains how the drug works, links to more information what acetaminophen is used for in children, and discusses "off-label" uses.

What Is Anakinra Used For?

As this eMedTV page explains, anakinra is used for the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis in adults, but it can also be used "off-label" for other conditions. Off-label uses for the drug may include the treatment of uveitis, among other things.

What Is Anaprox Used For?

What is Anaprox used for? As this eMedTV page explains, Anaprox is used to treat conditions related to pain, inflammation, fever, and stiffness (such as tendonitis and arthritis). This page also discusses Anaprox uses in children and off-label uses.

What Is Carisoprodol Used For?

Carisoprodol is used for relieving the discomfort caused by muscle spasms. This page on the eMedTV site further explores carisoprodol uses, describes how the drug works, and explains whether it should be used in children.

What Is Children's Acetaminophen Used For?

Children's acetaminophen is used for the treatment of minor aches and pains in children ages 2 to 11. This eMedTV Web page discusses specific children's acetaminophen uses and explains how the drug works to reduce inflammation and fever.

What Is Cyclobenzaprine ER Used For?

Cyclobenzaprine ER is used for relieving muscle spasms in adults. This eMedTV Web page discusses possible off-label cyclobenzaprine ER uses, explores the use of the drug in children and elderly adults, and explains how the muscle relaxant works.

What Is Cyclobenzaprine Used For?

Cyclobenzaprine uses primarily include treating muscle spasms in adults and adolescents (age 15 and older). This eMedTV segment further describes these cyclobenzaprine uses and also discusses possible off-label uses (such as helping people sleep).

What Is Darvocet Used For?

You may be wondering, "What is Darvocet used for?" As this article from the eMedTV Web site explains, Darvocet is a narcotic drug used for treating mild to moderate pain, with or without a fever. This article takes a closer look at this drug.

What Is Darvocet?

This eMedTV Web page answers the question, "What is Darvocet?" As this article explains, it is a medication that is licensed for the treatment of mild to moderate pain. It contains a narcotic medication and is classified as a controlled substance.

What Is Demerol Used For?

Many people may have heard of Demerol, a narcotic drug, but what is it used for? As this eMedTV resource explains, the drug is used for treating pain. Injectable forms of this drug can also be used as an anesthesia and for preoperative sedation.

What Is Demerol?

Demerol has been around for decades, but many people still don't know what it is; so, what is Demerol? This eMedTV segment describes what this medication is used for and explains why it is no longer commonly prescribed for sedation and pain relief.

What Is Diclofenac Potassium Used For?

What is diclofenac potassium used for? As this eMedTV page explains, diclofenac potassium treats symptoms of osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, and several other conditions. The drug also has some off-label uses (such as treating gout symptoms).

What Is Diclofenac Sodium Used For?

This eMedTV page explains that diclofenac sodium is used to treat symptoms of several conditions related to pain and inflammation, like gout, but doesn't cure them. This page also lists off-label uses for the drug and discusses its use in children.

What Is Diflunisal Used For?

What is diflunisal used for? This eMedTV Web page lists numerous uses for the drug, such as treating osteoarthritis symptoms and relieving knee and foot pain. This page also lists off-label diflunisal uses, such as treating fibromyalgia symptoms.

What Is Etodolac Extended-Release Used For?

What is etodolac extended-release used for? As this eMedTV article explains, etodolac extended-release is used for reducing pain, swelling, inflammation, or stiffness that is caused by various forms of arthritis.

What Is Feldene Used For?

As this eMedTV segment explains, Feldene is used mainly to treat signs and symptoms of osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. Off-label uses for the medication include relieving symptoms of gout, fibromyalgia, and lupus.

What Is Fibromyalgia

What Is Hydrocodone/APAP Used For?

Hydrocodone/APAP uses are primarily concerned with moderate to severely moderate pain. However, as this eMedTV page explains, hydrocodone/APAP may be used to treat other conditions. This page also explains how the drug works and its use in children.

What Is In Darvocet?

Many people are curious about what is in Darvocet. As this eMedTV page explains, Darvocet contains two active ingredients and several inactive ingredients (depending on the particular product). This article takes a closer look at these ingredients.

What Is Indocin Used For?

What is Indocin used for? As explained in this eMedTV resource, Indocin is used for relieving pain, inflammation, swelling, and stiffness caused by arthritis and other painful conditions. This article also discusses common off-label uses of Indocin.

What Is Infant Acetaminophen Used For?

Infant acetaminophen uses include the treatment of pain caused by toothaches and the common cold or flu. This eMedTV segment further explains what infant acetaminophen is used for and describes how the non-prescription medication works.

What Is Ketoprofen?

What Is Lodine Used For?

As this eMedTV segment explains, Lodine is often used for the treatment of general pain or inflammation and arthritis symptoms. This article takes a closer look at Lodine's uses, including off-label uses of the drug.

What Is Lortab Used For?

This article from the eMedTV archives talks about the uses of Lortab, a medication approved for relieving moderate to moderately severe pain. It is most commonly used to treat short-term pain, such as pain due to a surgery, injury, or dental procedure.

What Is Meloxicam Used For?

What is meloxicam used for? As this eMedTV Web page explains, meloxicam treats several conditions related to pain, inflammation, swelling, or stiffness (for example, osteoarthritis). This page also lists off-label uses like relieving gout symptoms.

What Is Metaxalone Used For?

Metaxalone is used for treating muscle spasms in adults and adolescents (age 12 and older). This eMedTV segment further describes metaxalone uses, explaining how the drug works and possible off-label uses (such as treating fibromyalgia).

What Is Morphine?

Morphine is an opiate medication used to treat pain. This selection from the eMedTV Web site offers an overview of what morphine is, including information on its potential for abuse and dependence, as well as a list of possible side effects.

What Is Motrin Used For?

What is Motrin used for? As this eMedTV page explains, Motrin is used for the treatment of general pain, fever, and arthritis symptoms, among other things. Motrin may also be used for off-label uses, including the relief of migraines.

What Is Naprosyn?

What Is Oxaprozin Used For?

What is oxaprozin used for? As explained in this eMedTV page, the drug is used for reducing pain, joint swelling, and inflammation caused by various forms of arthritis. Occasionally, it can also be used to treat pain in the lower back, neck, or knee.

What Is Oxycodone/APAP Used For?

Oxycodone/APAP is used for treating moderate to moderately severe pain. However, as this eMedTV page explains, there are off-label oxycodone/APAP uses, such as treating insomnia. This page also explains how the drug works and its use in children.

What Is Percocet Used For?

As this selection from the eMedTV archives explains, Percocet is a drug that treats moderate to moderately severe pain. This article talks more about what the medication is used for and offers a link to more Percocet information.

What Is Pregabalin Used For?

Pregabalin is used for the treatment of epilepsy, diabetic peripheral neuropathy, and other conditions. This eMedTV segment discusses these and other pregabalin uses, including "off-label" uses of the drug (such as treating anxiety).

What Is Sumatriptan/Naproxen Sodium Used For?

Sumatriptan/naproxen sodium is used for relieving the symptoms of a migraine headache. This eMedTV resource further describes the effects of this medication and explains whether there are any approved sumatriptan/naproxen sodium uses for children.

What Is Tramadol Used For?

If you have moderate to moderately severe pain, your doctor may prescribe tramadol. This page of the eMedTV Web library further discusses what tramadol is used for, whether it is safe for children, and how it works to relieve pain in adults.

What Is Tramadol/Acetaminophen Used For?

Tramadol/acetaminophen is used short-term pain relief. This section of the eMedTV Web site discusses tramadol/acetaminophen uses in more detail, including information on the use of the medicine in children and possible off-label uses.

What Is Tramadol?

Tramadol is approved for the treatment of moderate to moderately severe pain. This eMedTV resource further explains what tramadol is, with information on how the drug works, its potential for abuse, and links to in-depth articles on specific topics.

What Is Voltaren-XR Used For?

What is Voltaren-XR used for? This page of the eMedTV Web site lists common uses for the drug, such as the relief of osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis symptoms, as well as off-label uses, like treating symptoms of ankylosing spondylitis.

What to Expect Without a Laparoscopy for Chronic Pelvic Pain

It is impossible to predict what to expect without a laparoscopy for chronic pelvic pain. This segment of the eMedTV library discusses alternatives to the surgery and what may happen if you choose not to have this procedure.

What You Can Expect Without a Laparoscopy for Endometriosis

As this eMedTV article explains, if you are pursuing alternative treatment, you may be wondering what you can expect without a laparoscopy for endometriosis. Your symptoms may improve, stay the same, or get worse without the procedure.

When to Take Lortab

This eMedTV segment takes a look at when Lortab should be taken. As this page discusses, Lortab is typically taken every four to six hours as needed for pain relief. This page also describes other tips for when and how to use this medication.

When to Take Percocet

Most people take Percocet on an "as needed" basis, meaning you only take it when you experience pain. This eMedTV page provides more information on when to take Percocet and offers important precautions for using this particular medication.

When to Take Tramadol

This eMedTV segment takes a look at when to take tramadol. As this page explains, the drug is typically taken every four to six hours as needed for pain relief. A few tips for when and how to take tramadol are provided, with a link to more information.

When to Take Vicodin

This eMedTV segment takes a look at when Vicodin should be taken. As this page discusses, Vicodin is typically taken every four to six hours as needed for pain relief. This page also gives other tips for when and how to effectively take this medication.

Withdrawal Effects of OxyContin

Withdrawal from OxyContin can lead to symptoms such as diarrhea, muscle pain, and vomiting. This page from the eMedTV Web site explores other possible effects of OxyContin withdrawal and offers information on why these symptoms occur.

Xodol

Short-term pain associated with an injury or surgery is often treated with Xodol, a combination medication. This eMedTV resource provides a detailed overview of this drug, including how it works, dosing guidelines, safety precautions, and more.

Xodol and Breastfeeding

This eMedTV article takes a look at Xodol and breastfeeding. It explores the possible risks associated with this combination and stresses the importance of talking to your healthcare provider before taking Xodol while breastfeeding.

Xodol and Pregnancy

This eMedTV resource discusses the risks associated with taking Xodol during pregnancy. It explores the results of animal studies on the topic and also describes how the FDA rates the safety of drugs during pregnancy.

Xodol Dosage

You may be instructed to take your Xodol dosage as needed for pain or every four to six hours. This eMedTV Web page describes the various factors that affect the dose a person is prescribed and also offers tips on taking the medication safely.

Xodol Drug Information

This eMedTV Web presentation discusses the prescription drug Xodol. Information includes its side effects, warnings, drug interactions, uses, and dosing.

Xodol Drug Interactions

This page of the eMedTV archives lists several medications that interact negatively with Xodol, such as alcohol and benzodiazepines. The potentially serious consequences of these Xodol drug interactions are also described, as are ways to avoid them.

Xodol Overdose

A Xodol overdose is serious, with potentially fatal consequences; therefore, rapid treatment is essential. This eMedTV Web article lists several common effects of a Xodol overdose and describes the available treatment options.

Xodol Side Effects

While most Xodol side effects are minor, some are serious and may require prompt medical attention. This eMedTV article discusses both common and serious side effects of Xodol, explaining which ones should be reported to a healthcare provider.

Xodol Uses

Managing short-term, moderate pain is one of the primary uses for Xodol. As this eMedTV resource explains, it also is used on occasion to treat chronic pain. This article explores off-label Xodol uses and whether the drug is used in children.

Xodol Warnings and Precautions

Because not everyone can take Xodol, warnings and precautions for the drug are provided in this eMedTV article. This includes a list of people who should not take the medication and conditions to tell your doctor about before beginning treatment.

Zipsor

Zipsor is a medication often prescribed for the treatment of mild to moderate acute pain. This page from the eMedTV Web site describes how the drug works, explains when and how to take it, and lists potential side effects of the medicine.

Zipsor and Breastfeeding

It is not known whether Zipsor (diclofenac potassium) passes through breast milk in humans. This eMedTV resource offers a more in-depth look at breastfeeding and Zipsor, and describes the potential problems you should look for in your nursing child.

Zipsor and Pregnancy

The full risks of using Zipsor (diclofenac potassium) are unknown for women who are expecting. This eMedTV segment offers more information on pregnancy and Zipsor, and explains what happened when other pain medications were given to pregnant women.

Zipsor Dosage

There is only one standard recommended dosage of Zipsor, regardless of your age or weight. As this eMedTV Web page explains, the recommended dose for treating mild to moderate short-term pain is 25 mg four times a day.

Zipsor Drug Interactions

Lithium, methotrexate, and various other medications may cause drug interactions with Zipsor. This eMedTV resource lists other medicines that may interfere with Zipsor and describes the potential effects of these negative interactions.

Zipsor Medication Information

Zipsor is a pain medicine approved to treat mild to moderate, short-term pain. This eMedTV Web page provides more information about the prescription medication Zipsor, including general guidelines on when and how to take the drug.

Zipsor Overdose

Taking too much Zipsor (diclofenac potassium) may lead to irregular breathing, ulcers, or kidney failure. This eMedTV article lists other possible overdose symptoms and describes various options that are available to treat an overdose with this drug.

Zipsor Side Effects

Common side effects of Zipsor include vomiting, dizziness, and constipation. This eMedTV page lists other common side effects and also describes some of the potentially serious problems with this medicine that may require medical attention.

Zipsor Uses

Zipsor is licensed to treat mild to moderate pain in adults. This article from the eMedTV archives discusses the uses of Zipsor in more detail (including possible off-label uses) and explains how the medication works to reduce pain and inflammation.

Zipsor Warnings and Precautions

You should not take Zipsor if you are allergic to aspirin. This eMedTV segment offers more warnings and precautions on Zipsor. Side effects or complications that may occur with this drug are also listed on this page.