11/09/2020
Paracetamol (Panadol) is one of the most frequently used analgesics (pain killers). The efficacy and safety of paracetamol is still under debate. There is increasing evidence that paracetamol is not more effective than placebo for people with acute low back pain. The efficacy of paracetamol for people with subacute or chronic low back pain is unknown. NSAIDS (like Nurofen) do not appear to be significantly more effective than paracetamol for people with back pain. A non-pharmacological treatment strategy as first treatment choice for people with back pain is advised.
Paracetamol for low back pain: the state of the research field. Expert Review of Clinical Pharmacology. Accepted 28 August 2020.