Non-opioid pain medications can treat many common causes of acute pain. They are safer and easier to get than opioids. Opioids can be addictive, may lose effectiveness over time, and require a ...

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved a new drug for the treatment of moderate-to-severe pain that is a non-opioid and carries less risks of addiction than opioids. Journavx works ...

Over-the-counter (OTC) pain medications are generally safe and effective, but daily or long-term use isn’t recommended. Several factors, including drug side effects and your medical history, can ...