I'm in pain and the Celebrex isn't working. I know not to take any other NSAIDs while using Celebrex but what about Tylenol? Can I take that? I called my doctor's office and the nurse told me to keep taking the Celebrex to give it time to work. How much time? I've been in pain and without much more than a few hours sleep in 2 weeks. I need relief and soon.
2007-06-06 12:43:44 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ General Health Care ➔ Pain & Pain Management
Since Tylenol is not an NSAID and there should be no risk to take since it is safe to take by people who have problems with ulcers. The reason you cannot take any another NSAIDs and Celebrex is because you would be increasing your chances of developing gastric bleeding. Next time ask to speak to the doctor. The so called nurse was no help at all.
2007-06-06 12:47:43 · answer #1 · answered by Sparkles 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Tylenol would be safe to take with the other medication. I don't know what your pain is, but here are some suggestions that might help.
Take a hot bath with 2c. of dissolved Epsom salts. Soak for 30 minutes. The Epsom salts will help eliminate the lactic acid that forms on the muscles from over exertion.
Massage an analgesic cream into the sore muscles. I find the best cream for pain is “Blue Emu,” You can read more about this cream at http://www.blue-emu.com/
Dehydration can cause severe pain in the muscles. I recommend you drink purified water mixed with mineral water 50/50. This will replace the minerals that are exiting your body continuously.
I suggest that adults and children drink 40 ounces of water per 100 pounds of body weight every day.
500mg of calcium and magnesium taken twice daily can help with pain.
2007-06-06 12:53:09 · answer #2 · answered by Cherokee Billie 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Awww...I am sorry! There is nothing worse than chronic pain. (have had it for years) Call a pharmacist...preferably where you pick up your medication. They always are aware of the possible interactions and can answer your question with accuracy. If you can't take anything with it, I recommend laying down, turning the lights off (no visual stimuli) and turning on soothing music. Though you will still hurt, this will help you relax a little until your medicine kicks in. When in pain, the tension you are in from the pain creates even worse pain...so this is why I recommend it. Good luck.
2007-06-06 12:50:13 · answer #3 · answered by Smooch The Pooch 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Great nurse. Pretty much just blew you off.
Tylenol is safe to take with NSAD's.
Since Celebex is not working for you, talk to your doctor, (not the nurse) about trying something else.
2007-06-06 12:51:57 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋