11Medications
Once your dislocated shoulder is immobilized, taking some OTC medications can help relieve pain and inflammation. Due to the torn and stretched muscles, tendons, and ligaments, this kind of injury might lead to unbearable pain. Naproxen, ibuprofen, acetaminophen, and aspirin are the most common options since they contain many powerful anti-inflammatory components. Avoid naproxen and ibuprofen if the dislocation involves noticeable internal bleeding, which is characterized by bruising. These drugs could thin your blood and reduce the clotting ability. A muscle relaxant medication would also be taken when the muscles around the affected area are spasming. Nevertheless, avoid mixing different medications to avoid side effects due to interaction. [11]
