161 – Tylenol, Advil, or Aspirin? What’s Safest for Older Adults

Episode 161 • May 30, 2025 • 00:25:48
161 – Tylenol, Advil, or Aspirin? What’s Safest for Older Adults
Better Health While Aging
161 – Tylenol, Advil, or Aspirin? What’s Safest for Older Adults

May 30 2025 | 00:25:48

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Show Notes

Dr. K explains what to know about over-the-counter painkillers. She explains how acetaminophen (Tylenol) and NSAIDs such as ibuprofen and naproxen (Advil, Aleve) affect aging bodies—and which ones can increase the risk of bleeding, kidney problems, or stomach issues.
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