Dear Doctor: Is there a risk in using acetaminophen indefinitely to manage chronic knee pain?
ANSWER: There is at least one long-term danger I know from the long-term use of acetaminophen (Tylenol), and it is kidney ...
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Arthritis Drug Overview
Almost everyone with arthritis has taken or is taking one of these drugs. Prescription doses can help curb joint inflammation. Acetaminophen: This drug is available without a prescription and is a ...
Dr. Roach: Kidney function could be affected by long-term painkiller use
Several studies have shown an increased risk of chronic kidney disease in long-term users of acetaminophen after many years.
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Repeated paracetamol use linked to health risks in older adults
New research, led by experts at the University of Nottingham, has found that repeated doses of paracetamol in people aged 65 ...
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Kidney function could be affected by long-term painkiller use
I am a 73-year-old man who has recently been diagnosed with moderate-to-severe arthritis in my right knee. I am trying to figure out a healthy way to manage my chronic knee pain. Is there any danger ...