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I am allergic to ibuprofen. had knee replacement. what can i use to reduce swelling in my knee?

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Dr. Louise Andrew answered

Specializes in Emergency Medicine

Ask your surgeon: for alternatives for pain control, but if truly ALLERGIC to Ibuprofen must avoid all NSAID's. Having said that, there are a few herbal things that do reduce inflammation/swelling but by different mechanisms. High quality Omega 3 (fish) oil is good. So is Curcumin, especially in combination with Resveratrol. Cold pack can help, and you should elevate the knee above hip level whenever possible.

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Answered 2/24/2016

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