i have been taking Excedrin for quite a while on a daily basis2 in the morning and 2 with lunch for various reasons.However,i've recently noticed blood when i use the bathroom and and am noticing my stomach is upset alot. what can it be? also, for daily aches and pains, what would be a good alternative to Excedrine ?
2007-04-14 03:15:30 · 6 answers · asked by peehand1 3 in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Pain & Pain Management
Excedrin is extremely hard on the stomach. If you've been taking this first thing in the morning without food - you may have set yourself up for some problems.
For now you're going to have to see a medical doctor to find out why you are bleeding because it could be an ulcer. You should not take any pain medication at this time. Do not eat any fried foods, fatty foods or junk food. I recommend you eat rice, oatmeal, potatoes and soup to help soothe the stomach.
2007-04-14 03:38:04 · answer #1 · answered by Cherokee Billie 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I can only tell you that the pain in your stomach is an adverse reaction to the medication.
The bloody stool could be just a coincedence.
Go and see your Doctor as soon as you can.
2007-04-14 10:28:42 · answer #2 · answered by I do care! 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
i work for a gasto specialist..the first thing they wanna know is what about the blood?...note whether its black tarry stools, there is blood in the toilet, or if there is blood on the toilet paper...dont ignore this...get some suggestions...talk to a pharmacist near you at cvs or something and get the to give you suggestions on something till monday and call a doc
2007-04-14 18:04:09 · answer #3 · answered by matt m 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You need to get to a Dr. right away!!!! Blood in the stool is VERY bad!! It could be an ulcer, but it also could be worse than that......Call your Dr!
2007-04-14 10:25:32 · answer #4 · answered by noodle 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Billie77 is on mark. See your doctor ASAP.
2007-04-14 10:59:36 · answer #5 · answered by bombastic 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
your best bet is to go to a dr. and get checked out it could be something serious
2007-04-14 10:19:07 · answer #6 · answered by getemgirl2105 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋