[Rikki-Tikki-Tavi]

Last year I injured my back lifting something at work, and every once in a while the pain comes back and I have to take a painkiller. The problem is, I get VERY nausious after the pill wears off. I have tried to take it with food, but it still happens. Any advice?

[Mouseling]

I've found that the only thing that helps me is nibbling on saltine crackers.. one of the reasons I refuse to take pain killers is the nausea after they wear off no matter what kind of pills I take..

[Squeegee]

You may want to ask your doctor if there is another pain killer he/she could prescribe for you that doesn't cause the nauseous feeling. I can't take pain killers either, but have found Motrin to work really well.

[clara w]

Never take pain meds on an empty stomach. Eat a cracker, or perhaps drink a small glass of milk.