Groin pull

I did my second 5k this weekend. I ran a lot (for me) and cut four minutes off my previous time. Now I can barely walk, it hurts so bad to sit on the toilet, and it hurts to get up and down (down, mostly).

Is there anything I can take? Tylenol doesn't cut it and I don't want to take dilaudid at work.

If it still hurts on Monday, I'll see the doctor.

Ouch. I pulled a groin muscle last year, just from stretching in bed. The most painful thing that ever happened to me, ended up going to the hospital by ambulance as I couldn't get up. I ended up having to do physical therapy, but I think my issues were coumpounded by back problems. Probably some rest will help.

Ice/heat alternating may help.  They make an Excedrine that uses acetometaphin (sp?) as a base (not aspirin) that I find works a bit better than Tylenol.  And while I can't talk about the methyl salicylate ingredient and it's affect on our digestive system, I have used on occasion when absolutely needed, the generic equivalent of a Salon Pas dermal patch for painful muscles (overuse and strains).  Again, I have not be able to ascertain from any pharmacist about the possible detrimental effects of the active ingredient, but I have used without issue only on an as-desparately-needed occasion (I have shoulder/rotator cuff issues). 

As the other poster suggested, physical therapy is a good remedial therapy to help strengthen the muscle groups to prevent future injury.  And never, ever forget to stretch after you complete any form of competivite race -- I consider stretching a non-negotiable activity after any kind of running or fast walking.  Your muscles with thank you!