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Effective treatment. Neck pain is rarely a symptom of a more serious problem and can usually be relieved by taking simple steps at home. Painkillers from the pharmacy are often the best way to treat neck pain, taken orally or applied directly to the site of pain.
For more information on injections, see Injections for Back Pain Relief Article continues below This article focuses on oral pain relievers and the most common categories of medications used for lower back pain and neck pain. In This Article: Medications for Back Pain and Neck Pain