Painkillers can’t target specific parts of the body

despite brands in the past claiming to specifically target migraines, for example, painkillers can’t actually tell which part of the body is hurting. ‘they work on all pain receptors, so in reality the drug will give all-round pain relief,’ explains anshu. ‘i would however recommend different painkillers for different types of pain. an antiinflammatory like ibuprofen may work better if you have back pain, as it reduces inflammation.