Strong pills for headache. Names, list of the best without recipes, reviews

When an unpleasant symptom appears, a person wants to get rid of it quickly. For these purposes, strong drugs are produced in the form of tablets, which can be purchased without a doctor's prescription. But you need to know what means reduce headache.

How to choose pills for headache

Headache is an unpleasant sensation that is localized in the region of the temple, occiput, and forehead. Pain can be of varying intensity, but regardless of this, it negatively affects performance and quality of life. Strong headache pills are classified.

There are the following types of drugs:

• antispasmodic;
• analgesic;
• anti-inflammatory;
• combined.

In pharmacy chains, there are a large number of medicines in the form of pills that reduce pain in the head. Therefore, most often a person is lost and does not know what to choose. It is best for a specialist to prescribe the drug. When choosing a medicine, the doctor takes into account the features indicated in the table.

Features of the choice of a drug	Description
The nature of the pain in the head	Discomfort can be of the following types: sharp and dull; constant and periodic; squeezing or bursting; flowing with additional signs (nausea, vomiting, dizziness).
Localization of pain	Unpleasant sensations can be localized in the frontal, temporal, occipital region.
Causes of discomfort	Pain in the head can be associated with spasm, poor diet, stress. And also it cannot be ruled out that the sign indicates a disease or a change in climatic conditions.
Age	The doctor takes into account the age category of the person with the headache, since medications have limitations.

The best antispasmodics

The drugs inhibit phosphodiesterase, as a result, the flow of calcium ions into smooth muscle cells decreases.

Commonly prescribed antispasmodics include the following over-the-counter medications:

• No-shpa.
• Drotaverin Reneval.

From the use of one of the drugs, the following side effects may develop:

• pain in the head;
• sleep disturbance;
• heart palpitations;
• lowering blood pressure (BP);
• nausea;
• constipation;
• allergic reaction;
• increased sweating and a feeling of heat (Drotaverin Reneval).

The drugs are contraindicated in the following cases:

• high likelihood of allergies;
• liver and kidney failure;
• severe heart failure (No-shpa);
• age category up to 3 (Drotaverin Reneval), 6 (No-shpa), 18 years (No-shpa Forte);
• lactation;
• lactase deficiency, glucose-galactose malabsorption syndrome, hypersensitivity to galactose (contraindications are associated with the presence of lactose monohydrate in the composition).

No-shpa

The drug is available in 24, 64, 100 tablets per pack. The active ingredient of the medication is drotaverine hydrochloride (40 mg).

The remedy is recommended to be taken in the following cases:

• spasm of the organs of the gastrointestinal tract (GIT) - with an ulcer, gastritis and other pathologies;
• pain in the head;
• spasm of smooth muscles in diseases of the biliary (cholecystitis, cholangitis) or urinary (cystitis, nephrolithiasis) tract;
• pain with the onset of menstruation.

The cost of the medication is from 100 to 300 rubles. Additionally, the drug exists in the Forte form. In this variety, the amount of active ingredient is increased - 80 mg. But No-shpa Forte is prohibited in childhood. Release form - tablets of 10 and 24 pcs. packaged. The cost of the drug is from 60 to 200 rubles.

Drotaverin Reneval

The tool is available in 28 and 56 pieces. packaged. The main component is drotaverine hydrochloride (40 mg). The medication is taken for spasm of smooth muscles in case of diseases of the biliary and urinary tract, gastrointestinal tract.

Additionally, the drug is recommended for use as part of complex therapy:

• with pain in the head;
• with an increased likelihood of premature birth or miscarriage;
• in case of spasm of the pharynx of the uterus during childbirth, postpartum contractions;
• when conducting instrumental studies (for example, cholecystography).

The cost of the medication is from 60 to 150 rubles.

Analgesics

The drugs block cyclooxygenase (COX-1 and COX-2), affecting the centers of pain and thermoregulation.

Most often, the following drugs are prescribed, which are dispensed without a doctor's prescription:

• Analgin Avexima.
• Paracetamol Reneval.

Analgin Avexima

The drug is available in 10 and 20 pcs. packaged. The active ingredient is metamizole sodium (500 mg).

Analgin Avexima must be taken in the following cases:

• fever due to infection or inflammation;
• headache;
• various pain syndrome - trauma, renal colic and more.

Possible side effects:

• change in the color of urine - the liquid turns red;
• impaired kidney function;
• oliguria - a decrease in the daily volume of urine;
• anuria - cessation of the flow of urine into the bladder;
• proteinuria - the presence of protein in the urine;
• nephritis - inflammation of the kidneys;
• allergic reaction;
• agranulocytosis - a reduced content of granulocytes;
• leukopenia - a reduced level of leukocytes;
• thrombocytopenia - low platelet count;
• reduced blood pressure.

The remedy is contraindicated in the following cases:

• high likelihood of allergies;
• oppressed hematopoiesis;
• liver and kidney failure;
• anemia;
• asthma due to the use of anti-inflammatory drugs;
• leukopenia;
• bearing a fetus (especially in 1 trimeter and in the last 6 weeks of pregnancy);
• lactation;
• child's age up to 8 years.

The cost of the medication is from 70 to 100 rubles.

Paracetamol Reneval

Strong headache pills include Paracetamol Reneval. The tool is available in 20 pieces. packaged. The main component of the drug is paracetamol (500 mg).

Indications for the use of the medication:

• reduction of pain - for example, headache and toothache;
• decrease in temperature.

When using the drug, the following side effects cannot be excluded:

• bleeding after surgery, thrombocytopenia, anemia;
• leukopenia;
• allergic reaction;
• sleep disturbance, anxiety;
• headache;
• heart palpitations, chest pain;
• increased or decreased blood pressure, edema;
• disorientation (if the dosage is exceeded);
• cough, shortness of breath;
• stool disorder (diarrhea or constipation), gas formation, abdominal pain;
• feeling of dry mouth;
• vomiting and nausea;
• liver failure, organ necrosis;
• muscle spasm;
• fatigue, general malaise.

Contraindications to the use of the product:

• impaired functionality of the kidneys and liver;
• high likelihood of allergies;
• child's age up to 6 years.

The cost of the drug is from 70 to 90 rubles.

Additionally, there is Paracetamol Reneval in the form of effervescent tablets. They are produced in 12 pieces. packaged. The cost of the medication is from 60 to 120 rubles.

Anti-inflammatory

The full name of the group is non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. Abbreviated drugs are called NSAIDs or NSAIDs. The drugs inhibit cyclooxygenase (COX-1 and COX-2), inhibit the synthesis of prostaglandins (mediators of pain, inflammation, hyperthermia).

The effect of the use of NSAIDs:

• elimination of pain;
• lowering the temperature;
• reduction of inflammation.

Frequently prescribed drugs of this group, which are dispensed without a doctor's prescription:

• Nurofen Forte.
• Dexalgin.
• Moment.
• Dexonal.
• Nalgezin.

The development of side effects is possible from the use of drugs:

• violation of hematopoiesis;
• allergic reaction;
• stool disorder (diarrhea, constipation);
• nausea and vomiting;
• abdominal pain, gas formation;
• violation of the functionality of the liver, kidneys, heart;
• headache;
• meningitis - inflammation of the membranes of the brain and spinal cord;
• asthma, bronchospasm, shortness of breath;
• swelling of the larynx;
• sensation of tinnitus;
• blurry vision;
• increased heart rate, myocardial infarction;
• an increase in liver enzymes;
• nephritis;
• violation of the menstrual cycle in women (Dexalgin);
• violation of the functionality of the prostate gland in men (Dexalgin);
• discomfort in the back;
• weight reduction;
• feeling of heat;
• depressive state.

Contraindications to the use of medicines:

• high likelihood of allergies;
• bronchial asthma is combined with nasal polyposis and NSAID intolerance;
• erosion and ulcer of the gastrointestinal tract;
• bleeding in the body;
• severe heart, liver or kidney failure;
• impaired blood clotting;
• fructose intolerance, sucrase-isomaltase deficiency, glucose-galactose malabsorption (Nurofen Forte);
• bearing a fetus;
• breast-feeding;
• the period after coronary artery bypass grafting;
• child's age up to 15 years (Nalgezin);
• age category up to 12 (Nurofen Forte), 18 years old (Dexalgin and Deksonal);
• age up to 6 years and body weight less than 20 kg (Mig).

Nurofen Forte

The drug is available in 12 pieces. packaged. The active ingredient is ibuprofen (400 mg). The remedy is recommended to be taken in case of pain of various nature (toothache, headache), as well as in case of high fever.

The cost of the drug is from 90 to 110 rubles.

Dexalgin

The medication is produced in 10 tablets per pack. The active ingredient of the drug is dexketoprofen (25 mg). The remedy is recommended to be used for painful sensations of various nature (toothache, headache, musculoskeletal pain). The cost of the drug is from 350 to 400 rubles.

Moment

The product is available in 10 and 20 tablets per pack. The active ingredient is ibuprofen (400 mg). The remedy is recommended to be taken to reduce pain (toothache, headache, muscle pain) or temperature (respiratory diseases). The cost of the medication is from 60 to 200 rubles.

Dexonal

The drug is produced in 10 tablets per pack. The main ingredient is dexketoprofen (25 mg). The tool is intended for the treatment of pain syndrome (toothache, headache, muscle pain). The cost of the medication is from 250 to 350 rubles.

Nalgezin

Strong tablets designed to relieve headaches include Nalgezin. The drug is produced in 10 and 20 pieces. packaged. The active ingredient is sodium naproxen (275 mg).

Indications for the use of the product:

• pathologies of the musculoskeletal system - radiculitis, bursitis and others;
• pain of a different nature (bruises, discomfort in the head);
• infectious and inflammatory pathologies of the ear, throat, nose, accompanied by painful sensations - for example, tonsillitis, otitis media;
• heat.

The price of a medicine is from 200 to 350 rubles.

Combined funds

The drugs in this group have a combined composition. That is, as active substances, not one component, but several. The use of combined drugs contributes to the rapid elimination of pain.

Medicines sold without a specialist's prescription:

• Next.
• Spazmalgon.
• Sedalgin Plus.
• Pentalgin.
• Excedrin.
• Ibuklin.
• Solpadein Fast.

Next

The drug is available in 6, 10, 20 tablets per pack. The active ingredients are ibuprofen (400 mg) and paracetamol (200 mg). The tool has a combined effect (NSAIDs and analgesic). Next can be taken with various pain syndrome (headache, toothache, menstrual pain).

Side effects from using the drug:

• headache, dizziness;
• depressive state;
• disturbed sleep, anxiety, confusion;
• swelling, heart palpitations, high blood pressure;
• heart failure, shortness of breath;
• bronchospasm;
• vomiting, heartburn, nausea;
• deterioration in appetite, increased gas formation in the abdomen, stool disturbance;
• pancreatitis - inflammation of the pancreas;
• hearing and vision impairment, tinnitus;
• allergic reaction;
• disturbed hematopoiesis.

The remedy is contraindicated in the following cases:

• the likelihood of allergies;
• erosion or ulceration in the gastrointestinal tract;
• pathology of the liver, kidneys, heart;
• impaired blood clotting;
• bleeding in the body;
• bronchial asthma is combined with nasal polyposis and increased sensitivity to NSAIDs;
• increased potassium levels;
• condition after coronary artery bypass grafting;
• carrying a fetus (in the 3rd trimester, the use of the drug is prohibited, and in the 1st and 2nd trimester only on the recommendation of a doctor);
• lactation;
• age category up to 18 years old;
• lack of glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase.

The cost of the drug is from 150 to 350 rubles.

Spazmalgon

The medication is available in 10, 20, 50 tablets per pack.

Spazmalgon consists of:

• metamizole sodium (500 mg);
• pitofenone hydrochloride (5 mg);
• fenpiverinium bromide (0.1 mg).

The tool has analgesic and antispasmodic properties. Spazmalgon is taken for pain of a different nature (injury, burns, discomfort in the head).

When using the medication, the following phenomena may develop:

• hemolytic anemia;
• violation of hematopoiesis;
• asthma;
• headache, dizziness;
• deterioration of vision;
• heart rhythm disturbance;
• change in the color of the skin (blue discoloration);
• allergy;
• lowering pressure;
• dry mouth;
• discharge of vomit, nausea;
• abdominal discomfort;
• diarrhea or constipation;
• hepatitis - inflammation of the liver;
• redness of urine, difficulty urinating, impaired renal function;
• spasm of the bronchi.

Spazmalgon has the following contraindications:

• high likelihood of allergies;
• impaired functionality of the liver, heart, kidneys;
• lack of glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase;
• disturbed hematopoiesis;
• tachycardia, angina pectoris (chest pain);
• prostatic hyperplasia - proliferation of prostate tissue;
• increased intraocular pressure (glaucoma);
• intestinal obstruction;
• carrying a fetus, breastfeeding, the age category of a child under 8 years old;
• lack of lactase, glucose-galactose malabsorption.

The price of the drug is from 150 to 400 rubles.

Sedalgin Plus

Strong headache pills include Sedalgin Plus. The medication is available in 10 and 20 pieces. packaged.

The preparation consists of:

• metamizole sodium (500 mg);
• caffeine (50 mg) - stimulates the central nervous system;
• thiamine (38.75 mg) is a vitamin that takes part in metabolic processes, and also improves neuro-reflex conduction.

Sedalgin Plus is able to reduce pain of various origins (headache, dental, muscle) and temperature.

When using the drug, the following side effects may develop:

• loss of appetite;
• nausea and vomiting;
• jaundiced skin color;
• impaired hematopoiesis (hemolytic anemia, leukopenia, etc.);
• change in heart rate;
• allergy.

The remedy is contraindicated in the following cases:

• high likelihood of allergies;
• severe liver and kidney failure;
• bronchospasm;
• lack of glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase;
• blood diseases;
• increased blood pressure;
• atherosclerosis - the deposition of cholesterol and some lipoprotein fractions in the lumen of the vessels;
• glaucoma;
• carrying a fetus and breastfeeding;
• age category up to 12 years old.

The cost of the drug is from 160 to 300 rubles.

Pentalgin

The medication is produced in 4, 12, 24 tablets per pack.

Pentalgin contains:

• 325 mg of paracetamol - lowers fever, reduces pain;
• 100 mg of naproxen - lowers fever, relieves pain and inflammation;
• 50 mg of caffeine - helps to dilate blood vessels, improve performance and eliminate drowsiness;
• 40 mg of drotaverine hydrochloride - eliminates spasm;
• 10 mg of pheniramine maleate - eliminates spasm and soothes a person, enhances the analgesic effect of paracetamol and naproxen.

The tool is recommended for use in the following cases:

• painful sensations;
• discomfort that has arisen due to spasm of smooth muscles - for example, with renal colic;
• pain associated with injury or surgery;
• a cold, accompanied by a fever.

Pentalgin can be characterized by side effects:

• allergy;
• violation of hematopoiesis;
• excessive agitation, anxiety, poor sleep;
• headache, decreased attention;
• increased heart rate, increased blood pressure;
• vomit;
• discomfort in the abdomen;
• problems with bowel movements;
• deterioration in the functionality of the kidneys and liver;
• erosion and ulcers in the gastrointestinal tract;
• hearing impairment;
• increased intraocular pressure;
• increased breathing.

  

The drug is contraindicated in the following cases:

• the likelihood of allergies;
• erosion and ulcers in the gastrointestinal tract (exacerbation phase);
• bleeding in the gastrointestinal tract;
• asthma is combined with nasal polyposis and increased sensitivity to NSAIDs;
• severe liver and kidney disorders;
• coronary artery bypass grafting (the period after it);
• diseases of the cardiovascular system of a severe nature;
• heart palpitations, high blood pressure;
• increased potassium content;
• age category up to 18 years old;
• carrying a fetus and breastfeeding.

The price of a medicine is from 100 to 300 rubles.

Excedrin

The product is available in 10 and 20 tablets per pack.

Excedrin consists of:

• paracetamol (250 mg) - relieves pain, lowers temperature;
• acetylsalicylic acid (250 mg) - eliminates pain and inflammation, lowers temperature;
• caffeine (65 mg) - the component dilates blood vessels, as a result, performance improves and drowsiness disappears.

The medication is recommended to be taken with various pain syndrome - discomfort before the onset of menstruation, myalgia.

Side effects from using the drug:

• abdominal pain;
• discharge of vomit;
• deterioration in the functionality of the liver and kidneys;
• the formation of erosions and ulcers in the gastrointestinal tract;
• allergy;
• increased pressure, increased heart rate;
• spasm of the bronchi.

If you take Excedrin for a long time, the development of the following phenomena cannot be ruled out:

• headache and dizziness;
• blurred vision and a feeling of tinnitus;
• reduced adhesion of platelets, as a result there is a risk of bleeding, fragility of blood vessels;
• pathology of the liver and kidneys;
• loss of hearing;
• Stevens-Jones disease - a rash on the skin and mucous membranes;
• disturbed psyche;
• discharge of vomit.

The remedy is contraindicated in the following cases:

• the likelihood of allergies;
• the presence of ulcers and erosions in the gastrointestinal tract (in the exacerbation phase);
• asthma is combined with nasal polyposis and NSAID intolerance;
• surgery accompanied by bleeding;
• hypothrombinemia - impaired blood clotting, in which there is a deficiency of prothrombin;
• bleeding in the body;
• increased blood pressure;
• severe ischemia of the heart;
• lack of vitamin K;
• increased intraocular pressure;
• renal failure;
• deficiency of glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase;
• bearing a fetus;
• lactation;
• poor sleep;
• age category up to 15 years.

The cost of the medication is from 200 to 500 rubles.

Ibuklin

Strong headache pills include Ibuklin. The drug is produced in 10 pieces. packaged.

The tool consists of:

• ibuprofen (400 mg) - NSAIDs;
• paracetamol (325 mg) is an analgesic.

Ibuklin is recommended to be taken when discomfort and high fever appear.

Possible side effects:

• allergy;
• weight loss;
• abdominal discomfort;
• violation of the stool;
• increased gas production, impaired renal and hepatic functionality;
• dry and painful mouth;
• the formation of ulcers on the oral mucosa;
• discharge of vomit with blood impurities (rarely);
• yellowing of the skin;
• headache and dizziness;
• meningitis;
• confused consciousness;
• depression, excessive irritability, poor sleep;
• hallucinations, blurred vision and hearing;
• heart failure, edema, increased blood pressure;
• increased heart rate;
• anemia, thrombocytopenia, leukopenia;
• shortness of breath, bronchospasm;
• increased sweating, increased bleeding time.

  

The remedy is contraindicated in the following cases:

• high likelihood of allergies;
• erosion and ulcers in the gastrointestinal tract;
• bleeding in the body;
• impaired blood clotting;
• severe impairment of hepatic and renal functionality;
• combination of asthma with nasal polyposis and hypersensitivity to NSAIDs;
• severe heart failure;
• damage to the optic nerve;
• lack of glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase;
• coronary artery bypass grafting (the period after it);
• high potassium content;
• bearing a fetus (3rd trimester);
• age category up to 18 years old.

The price of a medicine is from 150 to 200 rubles.

Solpadein Fast

The product is available in 12 tablets per pack. The composition includes paracetamol (500 mg) and caffeine (65 mg). The drug has analgesic and psychostimulating properties.

It is recommended to take medication to relieve pain and reduce fever.

Side effects:

• allergy;
• violation of hematopoiesis;
• spasm of the bronchi (rarely, mainly in people with hypersensitivity to NSAIDs);
• abdominal discomfort;
• deterioration in sleep, excessive excitability;
• increased heart rate, dizziness;
• belching.

Solpadein Fast is contraindicated in the following cases:

• the likelihood of allergies;
• impaired hepatic and renal functionality;
• high blood pressure;
• poor sleep;
• epilepsy;
• glaucoma;
• age category up to 12 years old;
• lack of sucrase or isomaltase, hypersensitivity to fructose, glucose-galactose malabsorption (contraindications are associated with the presence of sorbitol in the composition).

The cost of the drug is from 60 to 100 rubles.

Additionally, there is an effervescent tablet form. They are available in 12 pieces. packaged. The cost of the drug is from 250 to 300 rubles.

A person wants to get rid of a headache faster if it has appeared, since it worsens the quality of life, reduces efficiency. For this, medicines are produced in the form of tablets, which eliminate even severe discomfort. It is impossible to single out one drug and call it the best.

Medicines differ in their active ingredients, contraindications and other points. Therefore, it is better that the remedy is prescribed by a doctor. The most important thing is to comply with the information specified in the instructions for use of the medication, as well as adhere to the recommendations of a specialist.

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