Wellness

[dsky]

You might want to look into the supplement, turmeric curcumin, it is suppose to help with inflammation issues.

[Kachina624]

I have been taking a NSAID called Lodine (Edolac) for about 20 years. I have a reflux problem and also took Prilosec until recently when my doctor and I decided I should try an acid reducer instead. That is going so-so. I've never had any problems with the Lodine and it worked for me better than any other NSAID. I always take it with food. If I want my morning dose before I get up, I take a couple of Tums with it.

[TootyJane]

You might ask your doctor about Protonix. I've had stomach issues for a long time. OTCs did nothing for me but the Protonix has been a miracle for me. My Mom developed a 3-inch ulcer several years ago from Feldene which is an excellent anti-inflammatory but very hard on the stomach. Doctor gave her Protonix to use while ulcer healed. HTH

[Sister Golden Hair]

I have problems with my pancreas. I can only take "Tylenol". In the early stages I took pain medication. My Dr put me on "Ativan" for pain when needed. I know this is a different situation but I do have stomach problems too.

I'm on a very strict diet, low fat and low sugar. Do any foods upset her stomach?

[Gimmea Break]

My daughter has cyclic vomiting syndrome and could not take medications when she was sick because she would just throw it up. When she had a fever, I gave her acetominophen suppositories because that would bypass the stomach. They had to be ordered from the pharmacist because they didn't usually stock a strong enough dosage. Perhaps other medications now come in a suppository form. Since you are a nurse, do any of her medications come in injectable form? Perhaps that would help.

[betteb]

Hyacinth-I just realizes you were looking for a different stomach med. I take Lansoprazole (Prevacid) I've taken just about all the proton pump inhibitors and for me, this one is the best.

I was also wondering if some Carafate might help? Maybe taking it an hour before the NSAID?

[ritasNo1Fan]

Medical marajuna is working for many now days. I even might ask my Dr about it. I dont think it is covered by insurance. Comes in different forms.

[terrier3]

Could this have been aggravated by her job - being on her feet for hours on end? That will often make knee or back problems flare up.

Has she had to quit?

I always admired her for sticking with that job for so long.

[chrystaltree]

Really. What did her doctor suggest? She must have told her doctor about it.

[Yuban3]

Whatever remedy has worked for one person may not work for someone else. That's why it's best if she discusses this in length with her doctor.

In fact, over-the-counter supplements can interact with prescription medications, and have an adverse reaction to each other, and make a bad problem even worse.