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The best 10 painkillers in comparison

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	Excedrin Extra Strength1	Solpadeine Headache Soluble Tablets2	Solpadeine Max Tablets3	Advil Film-Coated Tablets4	Solpadeine Max Soluble5	Panadol Extra Advance6	Vicks NyQuil Cold & Flu Nighttime Relief LiquiCaps7	Excedrin Migraine8	Calpol SixPlus9	Tylenol Extra Strength10

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	Excedrin Extra Strength	Solpadeine Headache Soluble Tablets	Solpadeine Max Tablets	Advil Film-Coated Tablets	Solpadeine Max Soluble	Panadol Extra Advance	Vicks NyQuil Cold & Flu Nighttime Relief LiquiCaps	Excedrin Migraine	Calpol SixPlus	Tylenol Extra Strength
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General info
Not linked to dependencyIt is not explicitly mentioned on the product information leaflet that this drug is linked to dependency. Therefore withdrawal symptoms should not be anticipated.
Not linked to dependencyIt is not explicitly mentioned on the product information leaflet that this drug is linked to dependency. Therefore withdrawal symptoms should not be anticipated.	✔	✔	✖	✔	✖	✖	✖	✔	✔	✔
Consecutive daysThis is the longest amount of time you should take this medication before stopping or seeking medical advice. A short time can indicate that the drug is more likely to cause problems such as dependency or negative side effects.
Consecutive daysThis is the longest amount of time you should take this medication before stopping or seeking medical advice. A short time can indicate that the drug is more likely to cause problems such as dependency or negative side effects.	10	N.A.	3	10	3	7	N.A.	N.A.	3	10
Can be taken on an empty stomachMedicines which can be taken on an empty stomach are unlikely to cause stomach problems such as ulcers. These are better if you need to take the painkillers first thing in the morning.
Can be taken on an empty stomachMedicines which can be taken on an empty stomach are unlikely to cause stomach problems such as ulcers. These are better if you need to take the painkillers first thing in the morning.	✔	✖	✖	✖	✖	✔	✖	✔	✖	✔
Suitable for diabeticsThis product can be taken by diabetics without any known adverse effects.
Suitable for diabeticsThis product can be taken by diabetics without any known adverse effects.	✖	✖	✖	✖	✖	✔	✖	✖	✖	✖
Half lifeA drug’s half-life is the time it takes for half of a given dose to be eliminated from the body or bloodstream, as measured in hours. Drugs with a short half-life take effect quicker, however, they need to be taken more frequently than drugs with a longer half-life.
Half lifeA drug’s half-life is the time it takes for half of a given dose to be eliminated from the body or bloodstream, as measured in hours. Drugs with a short half-life take effect quicker, however, they need to be taken more frequently than drugs with a longer half-life.	7.1h	N.A.	N.A.	N.A.	N.A.	4h	N.A.	N.A.	N.A.	3.2h
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Composition
IbuprofenIbuprofen is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory. The painkilling effects of ibuprofen take effect immediately, however the anti-inflammatory effects can take as long as a week.
IbuprofenIbuprofen is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory. The painkilling effects of ibuprofen take effect immediately, however the anti-inflammatory effects can take as long as a week.	0mg	0mg	0mg	200mg	0mg	0mg	0mg	0mg	0mg	0mg
ParacetamolParacetamol (or acetaminophen as it is known in the US) is classified as a mild analgesic. It suppresses the feeling of pain, but does little to treat the cause.
ParacetamolParacetamol (or acetaminophen as it is known in the US) is classified as a mild analgesic. It suppresses the feeling of pain, but does little to treat the cause.	250mg	500mg	500mg	0mg	500mg	500mg	325mg	250mg	250mg	500mg
AspirinAspirin can be used as an analgesic, antipyretic and anti-inflammatory.
AspirinAspirin can be used as an analgesic, antipyretic and anti-inflammatory.	250mg	0mg	0mg	0mg	0mg	0mg	0mg	250mg	0mg	0mg
CaffeineStudies have shown that caffeine can boost the effectiveness of many analgesics, resulting in better, faster acting pain relief.
CaffeineStudies have shown that caffeine can boost the effectiveness of many analgesics, resulting in better, faster acting pain relief.	65mg	65mg	0mg	0mg	30mg	65mg	0mg	65mg	0mg	0mg
CodeineCodeine is an opiate used to treat mild to moderate pain. Opiates can alter the mood, sometimes resulting in feelings of euphoria. This can be beneficial for pain relief, however it can become addictive and withdrawal symptoms are common.
CodeineCodeine is an opiate used to treat mild to moderate pain. Opiates can alter the mood, sometimes resulting in feelings of euphoria. This can be beneficial for pain relief, however it can become addictive and withdrawal symptoms are common.	0mg	0mg	12.8mg	0mg	12.8mg	0mg	0mg	0mg	0mg	0mg
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Effects
Targets toothachesToothache is pain in and around the teeth and jawbone, often caused by tooth decay.
Targets toothachesToothache is pain in and around the teeth and jawbone, often caused by tooth decay.	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔	✖	✖	✔	✔
Anti-inflammatoryAnti- inflammatory drugs are particularly good for things like muscle and joint pain, as they not only block out the pain but also target the cause.
Anti-inflammatoryAnti- inflammatory drugs are particularly good for things like muscle and joint pain, as they not only block out the pain but also target the cause.	✔	✔	✔	✔	✖	✖	✖	✔	✔	✖
Antipyretic (fever reducing)Antipyretic medications help to lower the body temperature. This can help to make patients feel better, however it is not always recommended, as the temperature increase can be a natural defense to fight infections.
Antipyretic (fever reducing)Antipyretic medications help to lower the body temperature. This can help to make patients feel better, however it is not always recommended, as the temperature increase can be a natural defense to fight infections.	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔
Targets rheumatic painRheumatic pain is pain in the joints and connective tissues, most commonly caused by arthritis.
Targets rheumatic painRheumatic pain is pain in the joints and connective tissues, most commonly caused by arthritis.	✔	✔	✔	✖	✔	✔	✖	✖	✖	✔
Targets migrainesA migraine is a very severe headache, often accompanied with other sensory signs such as flashing lights, blind spots, tingling and light sensitivity. Migraine sufferers often struggle to find adequate relief.
Targets migrainesA migraine is a very severe headache, often accompanied with other sensory signs such as flashing lights, blind spots, tingling and light sensitivity. Migraine sufferers often struggle to find adequate relief.	✔	✔	✔	✖	✔	✔	✖	✔	✖	✔
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