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By Carol & Richard Eustice, About.com Guides to Arthritis since 1997

The Facts of Analgesics (Painkillers)

Sunday March 27, 2005
Analgesics are a class of drugs used to relieve pain, often used by people with chronic conditions such as arthritis. There are basically two kinds of analgesics: non-narcotics and narcotics. Do you know the difference? Do you know the facts of analgesics, including proper use and potential side effects?

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