Which OTC medication is first-line for mild-to-moderate pain in a patient with no contraindications?
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A
Paracetamol 500–1000 mg every 4–6 hours (max 4 g/day)
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B
Codeine 30 mg every 4 hours
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C
Ibuprofen 400 mg every 4 hours
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D
Aspirin 300 mg every 4 hours