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Pain Relievers, drugs taken to relieve discomfort, distinct from anesthetics (drugs that deaden feeling) and sedatives (drugs that aid relaxation or sleep).
For information on:
- pain relievers of all types, see Analgesic; Depressant
- common pain relievers, see Acetaminophen; Aspirin; Ibuprofen; Codeine; Opium; Narcotics
- drugless methods of pain relief, see Acupuncture; Biofeedback
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