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I have been in remision from ulcerative colitis. if i want to take a nsaid aka motrin is it okay or will this cause a flare up? which nsaids are safe?

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Dr. Dennis Giannini answered

Specializes in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

Likely flare: Nsaid's are well know to flare uc. Check with your GI doctor. Some people can get away with limited amounts occasionally.

Dr Sneid and another doctor agreed

Answered 12/30/2014

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