Some back pain medications, such as ibuprofen, paracetamol, cyclobenzaprine or duloxetine, help reduce inflammation, relax back muscles or inhibit pain, relieving back pain symptoms.
Back pain is very common and can occur due to poor posture, muscle tension, sprains or even health conditions such as a herniated disc, arthritis, osteoarthritis, fibromyalgia or ankylosing spondylitis, for example. Check out all the causes of back pain.
Remedies for back pain should be used under the guidance of an orthopedist, after evaluating the cause of the pain, as well as its intensity, and thus recommending the best remedy on an individual basis.
9 remedies for back pain
The main remedies for back pain are:
1. Ibuprofen
Ibuprofen is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory that works by reducing the production of inflammatory substances in the body, relieving pain.
These anti-inflammatories can be indicated for back pain, caused by inflammation in the sciatic nerve, sprain, herniated disc, low back pain, parrot beak or spondylolisthesis, for example.
Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs are generally the first treatment option for back pain, and in addition to ibuprofen, other anti-inflammatories that may be recommended by the doctor are naproxen, ketoprofen or diclofenac, for example.
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2. Paracetamol
Paracetamol, like dipyrone, is an analgesic that may be recommended by your doctor as it helps to relieve back pain.
The use of painkillers should always be advised by a doctor, as they can cause damage to the stomach or liver, especially if taken for a long time or in high doses.
In the case of back pain during pregnancy, the only analgesic considered safe for back pain is paracetamol, which should only be used under the guidance of an obstetrician. Find out how to take paracetamol during pregnancy.
3. Diclofenac diethylammonium
Diclofenac diethylammonium (Cataflan emulgel or Biofenac) is an ointment that has local anti-inflammatory action, relieving back pain caused by trauma or injuries to muscles or ligaments, bruises, strains or sprains.
Other ointments for back pain that may be recommended by your doctor are Calminex H or Gelol, which contain a combination of substances such as methyl salicylate, camphor or levomenthol, which help relieve back pain.
4. Cyclobenzaprine
Cyclobenzaprine is a muscle relaxant that may be recommended by your doctor for back pain caused by fibromyalgia, as it blocks nerve impulses or pain sensations that are sent to the brain that cause muscle contractions, spasms or pain.
This remedy should only be used by adults, with medical advice, for a maximum period of 2 to 3 weeks of treatment. See how to take cyclobenzaprine.
5. Diazepam
Diazepam is a benzodiazepine that has a muscle relaxing action and may be recommended by a doctor for relieving muscle pain in the spine.
This medicine is only sold with a prescription and retention of the prescription by the pharmacy. Find out how to take diazepam.
6. Thiocolchicosideum
Thiocolchicoside is also a muscle relaxant that can be indicated for back pain caused by muscle spasm or contraction.
This remedy should only be used with medical advice, for a maximum of 7 days of treatment.
7. Tramadol
Tramadol, like codeine, is an opioid analgesic that may be recommended by a doctor for back pain, as it has a potent analgesic action, relieving moderate to severe pain.
Opioids should be used for a short period of time, as they can cause several side effects, in addition to being addictive.
8. Duloxetine
Duloxetine is an antidepressant that may be indicated for chronic back pain caused by fibromyalgia. Find out how to take duloxetine.
Another antidepressant that may be recommended by your doctor is amitriptyline.
9. Betamethasone dipropionate
Betamethasone dipropionate + betamethasone disodium phosphate (Diprospan) is a corticosteroid in injection form that can be applied by the doctor directly into the joint of the lumbar, cervical or thoracic spine, or intramuscularly, as it helps to relieve pain caused by a hernia disc, parrot beak or nerve compression, for example.
Generally, this injection is indicated in cases where back pain is accompanied by tingling or numbness in the arms or legs, or when oral medications cause side effects or the person is unable to perform physical therapy because they feel pain.
Home remedies for back pain
Home remedies for back pain can help complement medical treatment with medication and physical therapy.
A good option for a home remedy for back pain is to make a warm compress, as it helps to reduce pain by relaxing the muscles and activating blood circulation in the region.
When to go to the doctor
It is important to consult an orthopedist when back pain is accompanied by other symptoms such as:
- Very strong pain;
- Pain that lasts more than 4 weeks;
- Feeling of numbness or tingling in the arms or legs;
- Loss of strength in arms or legs;
- Pain that does not improve with rest;
- Weight loss for no apparent reason.
In addition, you should seek the emergency room in cases of spinal trauma, loss of bladder or bowel control or fever.
