Paracetamol, aspirin and ibuprofen are among the most widely used. While they are all effective for pain relief, they each ...

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how to save money on pain relief and when it's really worth spending more. Paracetamol is commonly used to treat headaches and most non-nerve pains. It's most effective for fevers and short-lived mild ...

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Paracetamol, aspirin and ibuprofen are among the most widely used. While they are all effective for pain relief, they each work in a slightly different way and ideally, tackling different symptoms.