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A 47-year-old female asked:
The hydrocodone with acetaminophen isnt helping post sinus surgery (3 days ago) being its soft tissue swelling causing the pain would a anti-inflammatory like motrin or meloxicam 7.5 mg help me to get relief & lower swelling?
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Dr. Silviu Pasniciucanswered
Internal Medicine 29 years experience
Yes, NSAIDS, such as Motrin or Meloxicam have the potential of adding relief if cleared by surgery and tolerated/ not contraindicated.
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Answered Jan 02, 2023
Last updated Jan 2, 2023
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