The American Academy of Family Physicians says you should talk to your doctor about these potential risks of pain medications:
- Liver damage can occur in people who take large quantities of acetaminophen (the active ingredient in Tylenol), or in those who already have liver problems.
- Gastrointestinal problems -- such as ulcer, gastrointestinal bleeding or upset stomach -- can occur in people who take nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) for long periods. NSAIDs include aspirin and ibuprofen.
- Kidney damage, if NSAIDs are used frequently for long periods.
- NSAIDs may interact with medicines that people take to combat high blood pressure.
- NSAIDs can also elevate blood pressure on their own.
- In rare cases, people can be allergic to pain medications.
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