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I am having left lower rib pain last two days.my doctor prescribed meloxicam to take.still paining.can i take pain killer along with this tablet?

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Dr. Harinder Gill answered

Specializes in Cardiology

Musculoskeletal pain: Yes you should be able absent a specific contraindication be able to take an additional analgesic assuming the diagnosis is based on an adequate examination;try paracetamol/acetaminophen

Answered 2/16/2016

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