My Asthma Worsens Whenever I Take Pain Medication. Why?

One possibility is that you are sensitive to aspirin and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medications (such as ibuprofen, Motrin, Aleve, naprosyn). This is a serious asthma trigger and you should completely avoid all of these medications. Your doctor should also see you so he can evaluate this problem. Tylenol, or acetominophen, is safe to use for treatment of pain and/or fever.