What is a common method to relieve pain?

Analgesics are medications specifically designed to relieve pain without causing the loss of consciousness. They work by blocking the pain signals sent to the brain or by altering the perception of pain. This makes them a primary choice for managing pain in various clinical situations, whether the pain is acute or chronic.

While antibiotics are used to treat infections, and antidepressants may help with certain types of chronic pain (often related to nerve issues), they are not primarily intended for pain relief. Anesthetics do relieve pain but are generally used in more specific contexts, such as during surgical procedures, where they induce a more profound loss of sensation or consciousness. Therefore, analgesics are the most appropriate and common option for straightforward pain relief.