Is Acetaminophen Advisable To Manage Pain After Injury?

Posted on Tue, 31 Jan 2017

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Question : my husband feel off the ladder, he got bruised and no broken bones, he says he is sore, can he use acetaminophen/cod for pain? He is 68 yrs old and had open heart surgery for clogged arteries 5 years ago. He is in excellent conditions now, except for this fall. He fell on his side and fell on a brink. Thank you in advance, XXXXXXX ruiz

Answered by Dr. Dr.Albana Sejdini Greca (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Yes he can. ...

Detailed Answer:
Hi XXXXXXX

I am sorry for the fall your husband experienced recently.

Taking into account his personal history of open heart surgery 5 years ago, it's ok if he takes acetaminophen /cod for the sores.

See if he is bruised, apply heparin cream locally.
Observe if unusual symptoms will appear. If yes send to ER or see a doctor as soonas possible.

All the best. Wish fast recovery.
Dr.Albana

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar