Home > Your Health > Article Archives: Pocket Guide to Pain Relievers 
| MEDICINE | BEST FOR | HIDDEN BENEFIT | DANGER ZONE |
| Acetaminophen | headaches; toothaches |
Taken daily, may prevent plaque from building up inside arteries | More than 4,000 mg in a day can cause liver damage |
| Aspirin | sore muscles; back pain |
100 mg daily lowers heartattack and stroke risk; may help prevent prostate cancer | More than 100 mg every day may overly thin blood and increase risk of cranial bleeding |
| Naproxen | joint pain; arthritis |
May reduce risk of lung cancer when taken daily | Daily use can increase risk of sunburn and sensitivity to light; wear sunscreen and sunglasses |
| Ibuprofen | fever; minor aches & pains menstrual cramps |
200 mg daily may help lower the risk of Parkinson’s | More than 1,200 mg per day can lead to kidney damage |
