Indications, precautions, contraindications, and side effects of drugs most frequently used by athletic trainers in treating injuries are discussed: (1) aspirin; (2) arylalkanoic derivatives; (3) butazolidin and tandearil; (4) corticosteroids; (5) oral corticosteroids; (6) muscle relaxants; (7) analgesics; (8) cold medications; (9) antidiarrheal agents; (10) medications suitable for constipation; (11) antifungal agents; (12) medication for exercise-induced asthma; (12) treatment for aphthous ulcers; (13) anabiolic steroids; and (14) amphetamines. (JD)