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Is NSAIDs Safe For Severe Back Pain Problems?

Hello,My mother(81 years old) was taking Ulracet from india for her severe back pain(disc herniation L4 and L5).. for last 7 years ,now I had to stop that medicine as its controlled drug medicine and not easily available where i live....She is also taking Pregabalin 150 mg daily for burning soles of the feet problem.Can you suggest any alternate non control medicine which i can buy easily over the counter. Are NSAID safe to be given as long term treatment?
Thu, 9 Aug 2018
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Hello, welcome to Ask a doctor service.
I read your query and understand your concern.

Ultracet is made of paracetamol and Tramadol.
Tramadol is a narcotic pain med so it is impossible to be purchased without prescription.Over-the-counter painkillers include mild analgesics like acetaminophen to more potent analgesic agents like ibuprofen or Naproxen and similar drugs that provide long-term relief.
However, most of these are not effective for long-term use. They can give gastritis or ulcer.

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Is NSAIDs Safe For Severe Back Pain Problems?

Hello, welcome to Ask a doctor service. I read your query and understand your concern. Ultracet is made of paracetamol and Tramadol. Tramadol is a narcotic pain med so it is impossible to be purchased without prescription.Over-the-counter painkillers include mild analgesics like acetaminophen to more potent analgesic agents like ibuprofen or Naproxen and similar drugs that provide long-term relief. However, most of these are not effective for long-term use. They can give gastritis or ulcer. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.