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Not really - of course it depends on the pain and its cause, but all Midol contains is just Tylenol, Caffeine and a small amount of diuretic. The bulk of the drug is Tylenol, so you'd be better off with regular Tylenol.
Having had severe back problems for over 20 years (I've had 3 major spinal operations in the past 12 years) and being a chronic pain patient requiring opiates for relief, there are some OTC drugs that you can use that are better than others for reducing pain. I normally use between 120/150 Percocet 10/325's (the strongest dose available) in addition to Fentanyl patches for my pain control. There are times though when I either don't need or feel like taking Percocet for breakthrough pain, so I'll use one of 3 OTC drugs in its place.
Percocet is a combination of Oxycodone and Tyelenol. Since I use so much, I need to keep my Tylenol intake as low as I can, so I don't often use extra Tylenol. However, when I do need it, I use Tylenol's Rapid Release Gel-tabs. They work within 30 minutes or less, and do a great job relieving pain and inflammation.
The other OTC med that I use a lot is Bayer Back and Body Aspirin. I find it works even better than the Gel-tabs. It contains a small amount of caffeine to stimulate a faster release through the system, but it's fantastic for pain relief when I don't feel the need for a much stronger drug like Percocet.
The other OTC med I use occasionally is Aleve. Aleve tablets are Naproxen with a buffered coating to ease stomach upset. Prior to having to move to the more heavyweight medicines, I used to use Naproxen in generic or brand (Naprosyn) form, prescription dose being 500mg. Aleve tabs are much smaller, so I'll take enough to equal a prescription dose. I do have Naproxen 500mg tabs, but they're not buffered.
Unlike the Bayer B&B and the Gel-tabls, Aleve takes time to take effect unless you take enough to equal a prescription dose. 500mg will usually take an hour or two before you start feeling any reduction in inflammation, so I don't use it as much as the other two. I really only use it when I'm having muscle spasms or I need to reduce inflammation, and in those cases I know I'll be taking it for several days, which is the only way to get any real benefit.
You can get the stuff I've mentioned at Wal-Mart or any supermarket.
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What does midol do to males?
Midol is primarily marketed towards females for the relief of menstrual symptoms such as cramps, bloating, and headaches. There is no specific benefit for males, but it may help with general pain relief as it contains ingredients like acetaminophen and caffeine.
Can a diabetic man take midol for back pain?
Er, midol is generally used to help ease the pain of menstrual cramps. (It is used for backpain associated with menstrual cramps, not just plain backpain). Please see related link.
What does it mean if your period is light but you got bad backache?
Nothing. The back ache is just part of it. Get some aspirin or Midol to help with the pain.
What pain killer is best for menstural pain?
midol,
What is in Midol that helps alleviate cramps?
Midol contains ingredients such as ibuprofen, acetaminophen, and caffeine that help alleviate cramps by reducing inflammation, relieving pain, and providing a mild stimulant effect.
What is difference between midol and say Tylenol for example?
in addition to pain reliever, Midol also contains a diuretic. Tylenol is strictly a pain reliever (or fever reducer)
How can you get your stomach to stop hurting when you are on your period?
take pain killerUse a heating pad. My guess is you have cramps too. It will help those as well.
What are some common alternatives to Midol, such as the generic version, that can help alleviate menstrual symptoms?
Common alternatives to Midol include generic versions such as ibuprofen, naproxen, and acetaminophen. These over-the-counter pain relievers can help alleviate menstrual symptoms such as cramps, bloating, and headaches.
Can you take Midol with Ibuprophen?
Midol contains acetaminophen, a diuretic, and antihistamine. Acetaminophen is a pain reliever and inflammation reducer like Ibuprophen. Contact a doctor before using Midol and Ibuprophen at the same time.
What tablet name of Stomach pain?
is drotin tablet used for pain killer of stomach ache
What is the medication Midol used for?
The over the counter medication Midol is a pain reliever. It is primarily associated with relieving the symptoms of menstrual cycle pains including cramping.
What can ease period pain?
Advil, Tylenol, Midol, Pamprin and Green Tea
