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Newly written for Bandolier this month is more material on pain. We have chosen to spend some time investigating the available evidence for OTC oral analgesics using typical single dose acute pain studies. What is clear is that there is adequate data for some drugs, but very little for the branded OTC combination analgesics. This may reflect the different times when they were introduced, but isn't very helpful for the consumer weighing up promised extra effect against sometimes large differences in cost.

The photograph this month is from a snowy Oxfordshire.

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The information in Bandolier is not intended as specific medical advice, and is Bandolier's own interpretation of data largely published elsewhere. Individuals seeking specific advice should consult their own doctor.

Newly written for Bandolier for January 2010

Investigating OTC oral analgesics

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