what does the bible say?
Medicine is not anti-biblical. Taking pain medicine is not anti-biblical. Luke, the writer of one of the Gospels and of the book of Acts, was a physician. Additionally, Paul instructed Timothy to "use a little wine" for his illness (1 Timothy 5:23). In fact, Proverbs 31:6 tells us that alcohol was used to deaden pain and other symptoms. It is the abuse of alcohol and medicine that we should avoid. Christians can take pain medication when needed, as long as it is used responsibly and not relied upon excessively. The Bible does not prohibit medical treatment, and seeking relief from pain can be part of caring for the body that God has given us (1 Corinthians 6:19–20). Ultimately, the decision should be made with prayer and wisdom, considering both the need for relief and the potential for dependency.