Super "engraçado" o título (num contexto que é o do Reino Unido):
"Two pints of beer could provide better pain relief than paracetamol, study shows - This is NOT an excuse to drink more":
Citando:
"(...) elevating blood alcohol content to
roughly 0.08% gives the body a "small elevation of pain threshold," which works to reduce pain intensity. The
report reads: "Findings suggest that alcohol is an effective analgesic that delivers clinically-relevant reductions in ratings of pain intensity, which could explain alcohol misuse in those with persistent pain, despite its potential consequences for long-term health."
It was concluded that as little as two pints of beer could cut perceived discomfort by a quarter."
Claro que isto não é um incentivo a beber mais, mas será usado como pista para desenvolvimento de medicamentos que, sem os efeitos secundários do álcool, tragam iguais benefícios (no campo da supressão da dor).
Paracetamol vs. Ibuprofeno
E sobre o uso de Paracetamol vs. Ibuprofeno - citação:
""Paracetamol can be used safely for most types of pain, however if there is inflammation than using a non-steroid anti-flammatory painkiller such as ibuprofen is a better option. The standard adult dose of paracetamol is two 500mg tablets to be taken up to four times a day. If you are taking paracetamol regularly at this dose and not getting enough pain relief you should see your GP, who may recommend a strong painkiller for you.""
