Over- the-Counter Medications
Generic Name Brand Name
Possible side effects
Cautions
Aspirin
Bayer, Bufferin, Ecotrin
DO NOT USE IN
CHILDREN
Acetaminophen
Tylenol
Heartburn, stomach bleeding or ulcers,
difficulty breathing
Liver function
Ibuprofen (NSAID)
Advil, Motrin, Nuprin
Take with food
Naproxen Sodium
(NSAID)
Aleve, Anaprox
Heartburn, stomach bleeding or ulcers,
nausea, vomiting, rash, liver function
Heartburn, stomach bleeding or ulcers,
nausea, vomiting, rash, liver function
Max dose 4000 mg/
day in adult without
liver disorders
(caution - other
medications may
also contain this)
Take with food
 Suggested adult dosing: Acetaminophen alternating with NSAID (either below)
o Naproxen 500 mg every 12 hours with food and acetaminophen 1000 mg (2
extra strength) every 6 hours
OR
o Ibuprofen 800 mg every 8 hours with food and acetaminophen 1000 mg (2 extra
strength) every 6 hours