Name: How do pain relievers work?
Uploaded: 2018-11-26T18:38:25Z
Duration: 4 min 3 s
Description: Some people take aspirin or ibuprofen to treat everyday aches and pains but how exactly do the different classes of pain relievers work? Learn about the basic physiology of how humans experience pain and the mechanics of the medicines we've invented to block or circumvent that discomfort. [Lesson by George Zaidan, directed by Hal Lee, narrated by George Zaidan].

Some people take aspirin or ibuprofen to treat everyday aches and pains but how exactly do the different classes of pain relievers work? Learn about the basic physiology of how humans experience pain and the mechanics of the medicines we've invented to block or circumvent that discomfort. [Lesson by George Zaidan, directed by Hal Lee, narrated by George Zaidan]. 

George Zaidan: How do pain relievers work?

How do pain relievers work?

Exploring pain's complexities reveals its reliance on our brain's perception, mood, and attention, highlighting its subjective nature.

Pain, a crucial alert system, signals harm and triggers protective actions; painkillers inhibit this, modifying chemical processes.

Aspirin and ibuprofen tackle pain by blocking enzymes, preventing the production of chemicals that lower pain thresholds in the body.