Types of painkillers

Opioid painkillers are a common treatment for cancer pain. You might take it for mild, moderate and severe pain. Find out about the different types.

Non opioid painkillers are often used for mild to moderate pain. You can also take them alongside stronger painkillers for more severe pain.

You might take other drugs alongside painkillers to help relieve cancer pain. These might be steroids, anti depressants or anti epileptic drugs.