Question 1

can i take celebrex or ear cartilage inflammation and pain? or should i take voltaren? i have both.

Accepted Answer

Either: Either is fine, just different types of pain medication. If you have concern for infection be seen for antibiotic coverage. All the best. K

Question 2

what is celebrex (celecoxib) used for?

Accepted Answer

Celebrex (celecoxib): Celebrex (celecoxib) is a This is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medicine  that treats pain.

Question 3

what is voltaren (diclofenac)?

Accepted Answer

Diclofenac: Voltaren is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medication.  In pill form, it is used to treat inflammation (arthritis, muscle injuries, sprains, strains, etc.)  a topical gel form is also available for the treatment of arthritis.  Voltaren also comes as an eye drop, also to reduce inflammation (commonly after cornea or cataract surgery).  The generic name for voltaren is diclofenac.

Question 4

what is voltaren (diclofenac) used for?

Accepted Answer

Voltaren (diclofenac): Voltaren (diclofenac) Gel is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory  medication used to treat joint pain from osteoarthritis.

Question 5

is celebrex (celecoxib) a narcotic?

Accepted Answer

No, just an NSAID: Celebrex (celecoxib) is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medication. It does not work on any mu receptors as opioids do and does not cause any central cognitive effects. It works at the site of inflammation only. I hope that helps!

Question 6

does celebrex react with metoprolol?

Accepted Answer

: Probably not, but you can check for this or any drug interactions online. Google something like "drug interactions" to find many websites where you can enter two or more drugs to check.

Question 7

does celebrex (celecoxib) thin blood?

Accepted Answer

No: It does not inhibits platelet action as do all other nsaids except salsalate.

Question 8

side effects of voltaren (diclofenac) ?

Accepted Answer

Depends: Most common side effects when using voltaren (diclofenac) drops:
burning or stinging; change in tear production; discharge; eye redness, irritation, or itching.

Question 9

how can  voltaren (diclofenac) gel work?

Accepted Answer

Pain relief: It is a topical version of the anti-inflammatory diclofenac.  It is a topical anti-inflammatory drug.

Question 10

is celebrex (celecoxib) safer than aleve?

Accepted Answer

it depends: Celebrex (celecoxib) has less GI risk. It is controversial whether there is an increased cardiac risk with celebrex (celecoxib). Any risk is small.

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