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Author:Kangdi 12-02-2024
Pain relief patches have become increasingly popular as an alternative to oral pain medications. These adhesive patches are applied directly to the skin and provide localized pain relief by delivering medication through the skin. Pain relief patches offer several advantages over oral pain relievers:
Focused relief. Since the medication is delivered right at the site of pain, pain relief patches can target specific areas efficiently. This leads to faster and more effective relief compared to oral meds which must circulate through the body.
Avoid side effects. Many oral pain relievers come with side effects like stomach upset, dizziness or drowsiness. Transdermal patches bypass the digestive system and go right into the bloodstream, reducing systemic side effects.
Convenient dosing. Patches provide slow, steady release of medication over a period of time, from 8 hours to several days. This hands-off dosing can be preferable to remembering to take pills.
Options for drug delivery. Patches allow medications that are not suitable for oral delivery to be administered transdermally. This expands treatment options.
Some popular ingredients in pain relief patches include lidocaine, diclofenac, capsaicin, and ketoprofen. While not appropriate for all types of pain, transdermal patches can provide localized, convenient analgesia without the drawbacks of oral pain medication.