Fracture pain relief for kids? Ibuprofen does it better

J Fam Pract. 2010 May;59(5):273-5.

Abstract

Use ibuprofen instead of acetaminophen with codeine for pediatric arm fractures. It controls the pain at least as well and is better tolerated.

Publication types

  • Research Support, N.I.H., Extramural

MeSH terms

  • Analgesics, Non-Narcotic / therapeutic use*
  • Arm Injuries / complications*
  • Child
  • Fracture Healing
  • Fractures, Bone / complications*
  • Humans
  • Ibuprofen / therapeutic use*
  • Pain / drug therapy*
  • Pain / etiology
  • Randomized Controlled Trials as Topic / methods

Substances

  • Analgesics, Non-Narcotic
  • Ibuprofen