Acromioclavicular Injury Medication
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Medication Summary
The goals of therapy are to reduce pain and inflammation.
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory agents (NSAIDs)
Class Summary
These agents are used for both anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects. Acetaminophen (with or without an opiate) is the most commonly used analgesic.
Ibuprofen (Motrin, Nuprin, Midol, Advil)
In the absence of contraindications, usually DOC for treatment of mild to moderate pain.
Nonopioid analgesics
Class Summary
These agents are used for mild-to-moderate analgesic effects.
Acetaminophen (Tylenol, Aspirin Free Anacin)
DOC for pain in patients with documented hypersensitivity to aspirin or NSAIDs, in those diagnosed with upper GI disease, or in those taking PO anticoagulants.
Opioid analgesics
Class Summary
These agents are used for moderate-to-strong analgesic effects.
Propoxyphene/acetaminophen (Darvocet N-100)
Indicated for the treatment of mild to moderate pain.
Hydrocodone bitartrate and acetaminophen (Vicodin ES)
Indicated for the relief of moderate to severe pain.
Acetaminophen and codeine (Tylenol with Codeine)
Indicated for the treatment of mild to moderate pain.
Corticosteroids
Class Summary
These agents have both anti-inflammatory and salt retaining properties. Glucocorticoids have profound and varied metabolic effects. In addition these agents modify the body's immune response to diverse stimuli.
Triamcinolone hexacetonide (Aristospan, Kenalog)
For inflammatory dermatosis responsive to steroids. Decreases inflammation by suppressing migration of polymorphonuclear leukocytes and reversing capillary permeability.
Methylprednisolone (Depo-Medrol, Solu-Medrol)
Decreases inflammation by suppressing migration of polymorphonuclear leukocytes and reversing increased capillary permeability.
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