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Painkillers (analgesics) do not kill bacteria or viruses. They reduce the pain by:
* reducing swelling and other inflammation * interfering with the transmission of nerve impulses reporting the pain to the brain * interfering with the short term memory and the recollection of pain * reducing the awareness of pain Antibiotics kill bacteria. They contain ingredients that kill these microorganisms outright, weaken them, or affect their ability to grow and multiply until your body's own defenses can kill them.
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What is the difference between antibotics and painkillers?
Antibiotics are drugs that kill bacteria. Painkillers are drugs that dampen down the bodies ability to feel pain.
How does medicine help people?
They serve as painkillers and symptom soothers. They also help fight illnesses and kill bacteria.
Can painkillers kill pathogens?
Pain killers only do just that- help to kill pain. Pathogens such as bacteria are not killed by pain medicine. Antibiotics are prescribed to kill some pathogens, but currently no antibiotics are also pain killers as well.
Are painkillers bad for dogs?
painkillers are very bad for dogs depinding on what kind of pain killer it is it can kill the dog
What human painkillers can you give your dog?
None - they are toxic to dogs and can kill them.
Does aspirin kill bacteria?
No , aspirin does not kill Bacteria .
What can bacteria do that viruses cannot?
Bacteria can attack and kill cells. White blood cells can kill bacteria.
Does freezing kill salmonella bacteria?
No, it doesn't kill much of the bacteria at all and the bacteria remaining will grow during defrosting.
How do painkillers kill the pain?
They can numb the pain or they can stop the nerve the says "ow" from reaching your brain.
What can kill bacteria?
There are several things that can kill bacteria, including antibiotics. Antiseptics, sterilization, disinfectants, cold temperatures, and pasteurization are all things that can kill bacteria.
What germs do boiling water kill and don't?
kills bacteria and doesnt kill plants and animals
Does water kill bacteria?
I think it will kill.
