US Medical Term · medications
Analgesic
Analgésico
In 9 languages
| Language | Term |
|---|---|
| English | Analgesic |
| Spanish (Español) | Analgésico |
| Chinese (中文) | 止痛藥 |
| Korean (한국어) | 진통제 |
| Vietnamese (Tiếng Việt) | Thuốc giảm đau |
| Filipino (Tagalog) | Analgesiko |
| Portuguese (Português) | Analgésico |
| Thai (ภาษาไทย) | ยาแก้ปวด |
| Japanese (日本語) | 鎮痛薬 |
What it means
Analgesics are pain-relieving medications. They range from mild over-the-counter options like acetaminophen (Tylenol) and ibuprofen (Advil) to stronger prescription opioids. Different analgesics work in different ways — some reduce inflammation, others block pain signals in the brain. They are used for headaches, muscle aches, arthritis, post-surgical pain, and chronic conditions. Always follow dosing instructions carefully. Acetaminophen can damage the liver in high doses or with alcohol. Some analgesics can upset the stomach — taking them with food may help. Tell your doctor if your pain is not well controlled, as stronger options may be available.
How to say it
Sentences a patient might use with a doctor, nurse, pharmacist, or insurer:
What analgesic do you recommend for my type of pain?
¿Qué analgésico recomienda para mi tipo de dolor?
Is it safe to take this pain reliever with my other medications?
¿Es seguro tomar este analgésico con mis otros medicamentos?
Can I take this analgesic on an empty stomach?
¿Puedo tomar este analgésico con el estómago vacío?
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Last reviewed: September 2026