I am so sorry for your pain.
I know OTC there is Alleve or Advil. Celebrex by script. Your doc has more knowledge but if you can't wait I would take the Advil.
I had a script for Advil for 800 MG. I had to stop taking it because I got an ulcer and too much of that can cause ulcers. That was after years of taking it though.
Let us know how you are doing. Feel better.
Forgot....if you are interested in information on herbal cures for inflammation send me a PM.
I'm sorry you're not getting any relief. Pain/inflammation is one of the 'mystery' symptoms, unless of course you break a leg. :(
All NSAIDs have some dangers associated with them, even OTC. But you knew that already. :)
Two sites ( but NOT the only two):
http://www.consumerreports.org/health/resources/pdf/best-buy-drugs/Nsaids2.pdf
http://www.vaughns-1-pagers.com/medicine/painkiller-comparison.htm
I didn't read all of the Consumer Reports site.
I did read all of the second site----- and especially want to direct people to the very lengthy Disclaimer he posted at the end.
He's obviously biased but is he wrong? I happen to (mostly) agree with his opinion of acetaminophen (Tylenol) but not as vehemently. :)
I gave acupuncture a shot (1 treatment), but I have an issue with following through. I need to give it another few tries I guess. BTW, QP, thank you for your messages. I had not seen the note that you sent me. I mainly access medhelp through my iPhone and have issues accessing things like I could on my laptop. Could you message me the info again?
Also, LLMD is having issues with my insurance an IV abx! So frustrated! I need to start treatment, like LAST YEAR, but insurance dictates my health. LLMD applies for ALL 3 months treatment, knowing that they'll deny it and then requests 1 month bc they are more likely to approve if done in this order.
I believe in acupuncture too. I was going several times a week in Va and it really helped. I wish insurance covered it.
leilajax - I will PM you again. I am sure it is hard to see PM's on your iphone so just a heads-up that I will send you a PM. ;-) HUGS!