Which Side Effects Can I Expect?

There is a big difference in which side effects the different painkilling remedies lead to, just as there is a big difference in the experience of the side effects from the same painkilling remedies with different persons – you have to feel one’s way.

Typically, the weak painkilling remedies (arthritis remedies and aspirin) cause stomach trouble. Waterbrashes, heartburn, nausea and pain in the upper part of the stomach are typical side effects and are seen with one in 3 who uses arthritis remedies. The weak painkilling remedy paracetamol does not have the mentioned side effects.

The strong painkilling remedies can lead to hallucinations, confusion, nausea, vomiting and constipation. However, there is a big difference between the frequency of side effects from different painkilling remedies and from person to person.

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