Aspirins

What is the best OTC pain reliever for people with Aspirin allergies?

I usually take tylenol, but I am concerned about its affect on my liver. What else can I take?

Public Comments

1. For me it's Tylenol Extra Strength. I found this: the consensus is that the usual doses of Tylenol cause significant liver damage only rarely, or not at all in people with normal livers. I've been taking it for years and I'm 76 with no liver damage.
2. Tylenol's really the only one guaranteed to be safe for you, I'm afraid. The other two OTC pain relievers -- ibuprofen and naproxen sodium -- both often trigger allergic responses in people who are allergic to aspirin. Some people who are allergic to aspirin can safely take ibuprofen, but if you don't already know that you're in that category, it's best not to risk it. Unless you need to take a lot of Tylenol frequently, or you drink a lot of alcohol or take other drugs that are hard on your liver, you probably don't need to worry too much about Tylenol. If you are really concerned, though, you might want to ask your doctor for advice.