If no amount of yogurt or baking soda is providing long-term relief for your sunburn, over-the-counter painkillers can ease the pain in between the application of home remedies. These medications can soothe itching and inflammation, but it is important to remember they are blocking the pain, not getting rid of it. Take care to still treat the burned areas gently, avoiding abrasive clothing, scratching, and repeated sun exposure.

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