Relieving Pain

At Bayer, we believe pain shouldn’t be normalized. Our science-backed solutions provide effective pain relief for conditions such as arthritis, headaches, and more. Through trusted brands like Aspirin™ and Aleve® we help people move beyond discomfort and reclaim their everyday moments, empowering self-care and improving quality of life.

Pain is one of the most common reasons people seek medical advice. Even minor pain can disrupt sleep, reduce productivity, and affect emotional well-being. Chronic pain, in particular, can be linked to anxiety, depression, and social isolation.

At Bayer, we know that pain affects more than just the body, it impacts on how people live, work, and connect. That’s why we offer a diverse portfolio of science-backed pain relief products designed to meet real-world needs and empower individuals to live healthier lives through trusted self-care solutions.

From back pain and arthritis pain to headaches, nerve pain, and muscle aches, Bayer’s brands address a wide range of pain types with both oral painkillers and topical treatments. Our solutions are designed to be effective, accessible, and adaptable (to different lifestyles and cultural contexts.)

• Aspirin™ – A legacy of trust for pain relief and fever
  Aspirin™ is one of Bayer’s most iconic brands, trusted for over 125 years, offering relief from headaches, minor aches, and fever. It continues to be recognized today as a trusted pain reliever worldwide and is on WHO’s list of essential medicines. Aspirin is also widely regarded as the most studied medicine in human history, due to its age, global use, and extraordinarily broad research footprint.
   
• Alka-Seltzer® - Fast relief from headaches and body aches 
  Trusted for more than 90 years, Alka-Seltzer® offers an effervescent tablet format that quickly dissolves in water to deliver fast, powerful relief from headaches, backaches, body aches, and muscle pain.
   
• Actron® - Medications for effective pain relief
  An analgesic that belongs to the group of NSAIDs (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs), which relieves pain, reduces inflammation, and reduces fever.
   
• Aleve® – Proven relief that lasts
  Aleve® (naproxen sodium) is a long-acting NSAIDs that provides up to 12 hours of relief from back pain, muscle pain, joint pain, and inflammation-related discomfort. It’s available in multiple formats and marketed globally under brands like Apronax®, and Lasinol™.
   
• AleveX™ – Targeted topical innovation
  AleveX™ delivers localized relief for muscle pain and joint pain through menthol and camphor-based formulas in spray, lotion, and roll-on formats.
   
• Saridon® – Fast relief for multi-symptom pain
  Popular in India and Latin America, Saridon® offers fast relief from headaches, body pain and menstrual discomfort such as abdominal cramps. Saridon® Woman has a dual mode of action/ dual effect, combining the effectiveness of paracetamol with the herbal molecule Hyoscine Butylbromide.
   
• Flanax® – Regional strength and recognition
  Flanax® is a well-known brand in Latin America, offering naproxen-based products that help relieve various types of pain, including muscle pain, arthritis, menstrual pain, and headache. 

Bayer is committed to helping people understand pain and manage it proactively. We support global initiatives that promote innovative pain relief, responsible use of non-opioid painkillers, and access to reliable information for better decision-making. 

Our commitment also extends to empowering healthcare professionals through Continuing Medical Education (CME) initiatives and strategic alliances with medical associations and colleges. These efforts help bring updated knowledge and insights from top experts to the medical community, ensuring that doctors continue to grow, stay informed, and provide the best possible care. Equally important is ensuring that individuals receive proper medical guidance when needed, so that pain can be managed safely and effectively.

This site is intended for an international audience. Not all products discussed may be available in your country. Local prescribing information and approved indications may differ from country to country. 

¹Source: Anesthesia & Analgesia 138(4):p 918-919, April 2024.. | DOI: 10.1213/ANE.0000000000006564