Question 1

how to ease arthritis pain, using minimal pain medications?

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Mixed modalities.: Take 3-omega fatty acids as fish or flaxseed oil (my preference!).  You should take enough  to take 1500-2000mg per day. Regular flaxseed oil is less expensive and has more omega-3, which is antiinflammtory! take adequate vitamin d3, at least 2000/day with calcium. Gentle atraumatic exercises like yoga, cardio-dancing, pilates helps.  Take ibuprophen or naproxen. These will help, but not remit!

Question 2

are there any good over-the-counter medication for arthritis pain?

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Glucosamine: You can take supplements such as combination of glucosamine and chondroitin.  Additionally, you can also take painkillers such as advil or tylenol (acetaminophen) or aleve.

Question 3

i have heard that ural (citrotartrate) medication (for urinary tract infection) also helps with arthritis pain. is this so?

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I don t think: There is no dierect correlatiomn on what that medicattin does and the pains of arthritis . Don t forget that the placebo effect can be as high as 30 per cent.

Question 4

my psoriatic arthritis pain in the spine and fingers is mild. doc has decided not to use any medication yet. when should he consider using dmards?

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Quality: It really has to follow a detailed conversation about the risks and benefits of such in light of your quality of life and the severity of your condition.  You should be an active part of the decision making process.

Question 5

how safe are nsaids for arthritis pain in someone who has high blood pressure, tachycardia and diabetes (all well controlled by medication) and pvcs (somewhat controlled). i know nsaids can increase stroke and heart attack risk?

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: We're continually reminded that even mild NSAID use leads to cardiovascular issues like congestive heart failure down the road. This is especially so in elderly people. Nevertheless millions of people take them. I haven't seen immediate cardiovascular problems in your age group. Nevertheless, I caution people with hypertension to avoid NSAID use as a general rule.

Question 6

which drugs, apart from opium-based, are good for treating arthritis pain?

Accepted Answer

Arthritis medication: There are a number of different types of arthritis and the type of arthritis you have will determine which class of drugs would be appropriate. I would recommend getting in for a good evaluation from a rheumatologist and letting them guide you in what medications are appropriate.

Question 7

what drugs can i take for excruciating arthritis pain and where to get it?

Accepted Answer

Arthritis Drugs: Drugs for the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis include Leflunomide (arava) and the "biologic" medications Etanercept (enbrel), Infliximab (remicade), Anakinra (kineret), Adalimumab (humira), Rituximab (rituxan), Abatacept (orencia), golimumab (simponi), certolizumab pegol (cimzia), and tocilizumab (actemra). Each of these medications can increase the risk for infections but are very effective.

Question 8

is diclofenac sodium 3% just stronger than diclofenac sodium 1% or a different drug altogether? are both good for rheumatoid arthritis pain?

Accepted Answer

: Same NSAID but one is indeed more concentrated than other.  Diclofenac can be used externally or systemically, and could indeed help with pain management.  Check with your doctor, as to how often to use and where to apply.  Rheumatoid arthritis is complex, and this drug may not be sufficient to control your issues.

Question 9

have had 2 acl replacements, 2 miniscus repairs and one scoope all on my rknee. so much scare tissue n arthritis! pain all the time. what should i do?

Accepted Answer

R knee problems: Perhaps it's time to see your orthopedic surgeon to discuss options such as knee replacement (if you are old enough & in sufficiently good health to withstand an operation).

Question 10

how to manage arthritis pain?

Accepted Answer

See Physician: See rheumatologist for evaluation, work up and treatment. Exercise and ice/heat/massage may be helpful as well.

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I have heard that ural (citrotartrate) medication (for urinary tract infection) also helps with arthritis pain. is this so?

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My psoriatic arthritis pain in the spine and fingers is mild. doc has decided not to use any medication yet. when should he consider using dmards?

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How safe are nsaids for arthritis pain in someone who has high blood pressure, tachycardia and diabetes (all well controlled by medication) and pvcs (somewhat controlled). i know nsaids can increase stroke and heart attack risk?

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Which drugs, apart from opium-based, are good for treating arthritis pain?

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What drugs can i take for excruciating arthritis pain and where to get it?

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Is diclofenac sodium 3% just stronger than diclofenac sodium 1% or a different drug altogether? are both good for rheumatoid arthritis pain?

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Have had 2 acl replacements, 2 miniscus repairs and one scoope all on my rknee. so much scare tissue n arthritis! pain all the time. what should i do?

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