Any better way of dealing with arthritis pain other than narcotic pain killers?

Answer 1

Have you tried Activ-on? Buy it at WalMart. It's cheaper there. If you can't find it, ask the pharmacist.

Aleve works quite well for many people. (Generic is fine.)

Have you seen a doctor?? When you're at WalMart, talk to the pharmacist. They are SO smart! Ask them your question. Good luck, kiddo! :)

Answer 2

Are you seeing a Dr about some NSAIDS - you need to know what kind of arthritis you're dealing with - but if you' have the narcotics - you probably have -
sometimes ice packs help - I know the last thing you want to put on your body is ice sometimes - but it helps reduce the inflammation - swimming in a therapy pool (warmer than normal) - or light pool exercises - many places have exercise classes - I kind of go back and forth between soaking in a hot bath w/Epsom salts, and ice packs. It's important to keep the joints moving - not constantly - you don't say how old you are or what type of arthritis you have - there are also some herbs that act as a natural anti-inflammatory such as rosemary - I put it in almost everything I eat - and some foods to stay away from - potatoes, tomatoes, peppers, eggplant - things in those families. Try to get enough sleep - on a regular schedule. Aspercreme. Hope you get some relief

Answer 3

There are creams and heat patches over the counter you can buy but if you're looking for medicine other than narcotics then you can use a few different ones. Adivl or Motrin which is brand name for ibuprofen 200mg tablets can be taken to help with the inflammation. Aleve is brand name for Naproxen Sodium 220mg which is also an anti-inflammatory. These medicines are over the counter but if you want to take prescription strength then you can do the following.

Ibuprofen has a max dose of 3200mg per day which means you can take 4 tablets every 6 hours but make absolute sure you eat this with food otherwise you are going to burn a hole in your stomach. 4 tablets of the 200mg pills is prescription strength at 800mg.

Naproxen 220mg tablets can be taken in twos. You can take two of these tablets every 12 hours (which is prescription strength). Like the Ibuprofen, take this with food because it is an NSAID as well (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug) and tends to burn a whole in the stomach over long term use if not taken with food. I would not use either of these drugs for long term constant use however.

If none of these work there are a few prescriptions that include Diclofenac Sodium, Celebrex, etc but you would have to talk to your doctor about getting a prescription for them. Hope this helps, stay healthy.

Answer 4

Imagine for a moment your arthritis completely vanishing right now.

If, in a moment, your pain and stiffness melted away. And your joints all of a sudden functioned like a well-oiled machine.

Like a magic wand was waived, you'd be able to jump up from your chair and run around the room like a kid.

And imagine that you'd never have to suffer as much as a pinch of arthritis stiffness or pain ever again.

I know this sounds impossible right now, but bear with me, because sometimes miracles happen.

It was a gift from a woman on the other side of the world. From the kindness of her heart, she took pity on my suffering and taught me how to completely reverse my arthritis.

Today, I want to do the same for you!

Answer 5

I have arthritis along with scoliosis and while I take over the counter pain meds, I am also on the antidepressant Cymbalta. That works on the part of the brain that has to do with pain perception which enables me to be on my feet longer and I don't suffer from prolonged bouts of severe pain anymore. Also, try using a patch--Icy Hot has them. They are adhesive and the medicine will be gradually absorbed through the skin. You can cut them down to a smaller size and use on hands and fingers.

Answer 6

If it is rhuematoid arthirits then meds from your rheumatolgist soley for RH is what you need. If you are talking about osteoarthristis then yes using Naproxen or Ibuprofen in prescription strength does is good. Also use glucosamine and try using warm moist heat. Pain reliever creams work well too and work even better if they are tea tree oil based ones.

Answer 7

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But warm and fresh food, warm water, cloths and surroundings will help you.

Pl avoid all cold things, sour fruits and stale foods.

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Answer 8

I have marfans syndrome - which gives me really bad joint issues as well.

I use excercise (gentle stretching, yoga, some real light weights, walking) I use topicals like bengay (actually, its sombra or polar lotion, but thats hard to find) mustard baths, epsoms salts baths, the sauna, rest, and massage to help me deal.

I was taking COX II inhibitors, and they wanted me to go to the university for injections, but I decided to make some lifestyle changes (above) and I was able to get off the meds.

Answer 9

Fish oil is supposed to help.

Answer 10

hot tubs,heating pads and stretching