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Review
. 1998 Jan-Mar;13(1):151-66.

Oral medications in the treatment of acute low back pain

J S Lipetz  1 , G A Malanga
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  • PMID: 9477415
Review

Oral medications in the treatment of acute low back pain

J S Lipetz et al. Occup Med. 1998 Jan-Mar.

Abstract

Commonly prescribed drugs for the treatment of low back pain have varying success rates, costs, and complications. This chapter presents current information on acetaminophen, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory agents, muscle relaxants, opioids, corticosteroids, antidepressants, and colchicine to help the physician in determining a pharmacologic strategy.

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