Updated September 26, 2014.
Definition:
Analgesics are medications given to reduce or relieve pain.
Analgesics include prescription medications, such as morphine and codeine, and over-the-counter medications, such as Advil (ibuprofen) and Tylenol (acetominophen).
Also Known As: painkillers
Examples: Kevin's doctor discussed the type of analgesics that would available for him following his lung cancer surgery.
Definition:
Analgesics are medications given to reduce or relieve pain.
Analgesics include prescription medications, such as morphine and codeine, and over-the-counter medications, such as Advil (ibuprofen) and Tylenol (acetominophen).
Also Known As: painkillers
Examples: Kevin's doctor discussed the type of analgesics that would available for him following his lung cancer surgery.
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