Arun Kumar Arun Kumar Asked 8 months ago

What is the strongest pain medication?

My father recently had a minor surgery, and he's still experiencing a lot of post-operative pain. His current medication isn't providing enough relief. We're looking for the strongest pain medication to help him cope.

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Vikram Rathore Vikram Rathore Joined Jan 2026 8 months ago
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I dealt with severe back pain for years and learned that seeking 'strong' OTC meds only damages the liver. Stick to regular paracetamol for temporary relief and work on core-strengthening exercises under medical guidance.

Meera Gopal Meera Gopal Joined May 2026 6 months ago

Absolutely, basic paracetamol is the safest limit for OTC use. For anything stronger, always get a proper prescription.

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Sudhir Kulkarni Sudhir Kulkarni Joined Jan 2026 8 months ago

At my age, every joint makes a sound when I stand up, but popping heavy pain pills is not the answer. Just stick to the humble paracetamol and a good old hot water bag, otherwise your stomach will start complaining too!

Leela Viswanathan Leela Viswanathan Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

Strong pain medications can have serious side effects on your kidneys if taken without supervision. Please get a doctor's advice first to ensure you are taking the right and safe dosage.

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Rahul Rawat Rahul Rawat Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

If you are dealing with joint or muscle pain, focus on clean nutrition and light mobility drills. Heavy painkillers only mask the symptoms, so stick to basic paracetamol if needed and let your body heal naturally.

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