A Rutgers Health study involving more than 1,800 patients found that combining ibuprofen and acetaminophen provided better pain relief following wisdom tooth removal than an opioid-based medication. Patients receiving the non-opioid treatment also reported better sleep, greater satisfaction and less need for additional pain medication. The findings reinforce the importance of considering effective alternatives to opioids for post-surgical pain management.
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