Video Library

Brief, informative videos on clinical science and patient counseling topics pertaining to analgesic use. Helpful for all patient-care professionals in your practice.

Acetaminophen & NSAIDs: MOAs and Clinical Considerations (Abridged)

Acetaminophen & NSAIDs: MOAs and Clinical Considerations (Abridged)

Scientific animation shows how the Mechanisms of Action (MOAs) of acetaminophen and NSAIDs can have important implications for patient care. Introduction by pain specialist Bruce D. Nicholson, MD.

Cardiovascular Considerations

Cardiovascular Considerations

Ibuprofen may compete with aspirin to occupy COX-1 receptors, potentially compromising aspirin’s cardiovascular benefits.1 (Excerpt)

GI Considerations

GI Considerations

NSAID inhibition of COX-1 can diminish the COX-1 mediated role in gastric mucosal protection, which can lead to GI side effects such as irritation and bleeding.2-5 (Excerpt)

Renal Considerations

Renal Considerations

In kidneys with some degree of dysfunction, NSAID inhibition of COX-1 and COX-2 can further compromise renal function.6 (Excerpt)

Acetaminophen & NSAIDs: MOAs and Clinical Considerations (Unabridged)

Acetaminophen & NSAIDs: MOAs and Clinical Considerations (Unabridged)

Scientific animation demonstrates the clinical implications of the Mechanisms of Action (MOAs); commentary explores how to counsel patients on their selection and use of OTC analgesics.

Counseling Patients about Acetaminophen Use

Counseling Patients about Acetaminophen Use

Clinical rationales and counseling messages for promoting patients' proper use of acetaminophen and other OTC analgesics. (Excerpt)

TYLENOL® Future Care Scholarship

TYLENOL® Future Care Scholarship

For over 20 years, the makers of TYLENOL® have supported students pursuing degrees in healthcare by awarding a total of $250,000 in scholarships each year to forty exceptional students. Learn more from Meghan, a medical student and 2011 scholarship recipient.

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