Answer by
patti (29325)
Tylenol and Motrin (acetaminophen and ibuprofen)are both excellent for muscle pain. Aspirin is effective, too, but has a greater chance of causing stomach upset, while the other two medications do not. Motrin/Advil, etc. , over-the-counter is 200 mg tablets. Prescription ibuprofen is dispensed in up to 800 mg tablets. The bigger dose is more effective for severe pain.