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Had migraine for 20y+, 3-4 attacks pm. Received a tip to take Arthrexin ,1 daily. No more migraine ! Seven months down the line. It's working like a charm ! But I want to know why ? It really changed my life ! Anyone out there had the same ecperience ? ## From what I could gather, Arthrexin (Indomethacin) is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) commonly used as a prescription medication to reduce fever, pain, stiffness, and swelling. It has also been shown to be effective in migraine, both for prevention of migraine as well as treating the acute migraine attack. It works by inhibiting the production of prostaglandins, molecules known to cause these symptoms. This pharmacology may be what's attributing to the success of this medication. I've also come across several...

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]Hi I am 27 years .. I have ITP since 4 years... Initially I was diagnosed with a platelet count of 6000.. During which i was given high dosage of steriods along with IVIG .. Then there was increase in my platelet count.. But from then on til date the platelet count is varying from 17000 to 50000.. Although initially for about one and half year's I took medicines including steriods.. Later on for about a year I tried Ayurvedic medicines.. But nothing worked out.. So I was really frusturated and stopped with all the medicines since a year I am not taking any medicines .. Last week i had a check on the count . And presently I am having platelet count of 26000.. And my ANA profile is showing a result has Positive (3+,speckled) . And I am married a year back.. And we are planning for a ...

ARTHRITIS MEDICINE ## Arthrotec contains the active ingredients Diclofenac and Misoprostol. The Diclofenac is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory that's used to help treat pain and swelling, while the Misoprostol is used to help prevent the stomach damage that the NSAID can cause as a side effect. Learn more Diclofenac details here and there are more Misoprostol details here. Side effects may include nausea, dizziness and headache. Are there any questions or comments?

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I have been diagnosed withrheumatoid arthritis last week and am just starting methotrexate treatment tomorrow ## Have you talked to your doctor about it? The main problem here is that the Glucoasamine is considered an over the counter supplement, so it isn't tested for possible interactions with prescription medications. Therefore, I really think the best thing you can do is to ask them about it, before you take them together. Does anyone else have information on using them both? ## Make sure your glucoasamine has no sodium in it. By all means ask your doctor. I take Methotrexate once weekly for Psoriasis. I do not take any other med.s or supplements on that day.

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I am taking Rumoquin arthritis med which has Dextametasona and Metacarbonal. arthritis pain is gone yet..I am experiencing jittery-ness and grogginess. what are the side effects to this med and these ingredients? ## Well, the Dexamethasone is a steroid class medication, so it can cause you to feel jittery. It's also the main reason this medication shouldn't be used for too long, unless your doctor instructs you to do so. It may also cause elevated heart rate, elevated blood pressure and fluid retention, which could be dangerous. Learn more Dexamethasone details here. And the Methocarbamol is a muscle relaxant, so that's most likely what's causing the grogginess. Learn more Methocarbamol details here. Is there anything else I can help with? ## hello Vernon, Thank you for ...

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Has anyone had a reaction to this medication? ## No, I'm on it right now for Fibromyalgia pain. It helps but doesn't take care of all the pain. So, it's better than nothing... ## I had a knee replacement and the Dr. gave me celebrex for swelling. I took it for 5 days, then developed shortness of breath, stomach (nausea) upset with some pain and feeling tired. Went to an internist and pulmonary Drs., now have fluid in the lung area and taking Lasix. Still have some stomach discomfort and my question is, how long does Celebrex stay in my system? ## I have MS and fibromyalgia which is why I was prescribed Celebrex, my question is because of the severe pain of fibromyalgia it (the pain) keeps waking me up at night & I forgot to ask my Dr if I can still take melatonin to help...

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shot ## I believe the person meant to ask about the medication Cortisone, which is a steroid hormone that's used to treat allergic reactions, inflammation and some immune disorders. Learn more Cortisone details here. It may cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, fluid retention and elevated heart rate. Are there any questions or comments?

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34 long white capsule with yellow stripes and numbers 7767 and 200 ## i found a white capsule with yellow stripes with 7787/200 on it. what is it used for? ## This is a 200mg Celebrex capsule, it is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory that's most commonly used to treat pain and inflammation. It may cause side effects, such as nausea, headache, stomach irritation and drowsiness. Learn more Celebrex details here. Are there any questions or comments? Anything I can help with?

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a small white pill on one side it has the letter c and on the other side it says 79 ## This tablet contains 7.5mgs of Meloxicam, a generic for Mobic, this is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory. Common side effects may include: nausea, drowsiness, headache and stomach irritation. You can read more on it here: Do you have any other questions? ## Generic for Mobic. An anti-inflammatory. May cause drowsiness, and should be taken with food. C/79 is the 7.5 mg dosage. Uses include arthritis, etc.

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for atritis symtoms ## The actual medication being referred to here is Mobic, it contains the active ingredient Meloxicam, which is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory that is often used to treat arthritis symptoms. It may cause side effects, such as nausea, drowsiness, headache and stomach irritation. It can also react with some medications and is contraindicated with some medical conditions, such as congestive heart failure, so please be certain that it's safe for you to use, before taking it. Are there any questions or comments? Learn more Mobic details here.

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could you please help me, i have a small white round pill with z then a score line then P cant make out the if the other side has anything on it, please can anyone help me? ## Hello, The closest match I can find based on the description provided is Arava (leflunomide) 100 MG. It is a white round pill with the imprint "ZBP". Perhaps the B got smudged off at some point? Arava belongs to the drug classes anti rheumatics and selective immunosuppressants. It is used in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis. Manufacturer: Aventis Pharmaceuticals National Drug Code (NDC): 00088-2162 You can learn more about this drug on the page for Arava Details Please post back if you have any more questions and I'll be happy to assist you!

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Does this anti-inflammatory cause erectile dysfunction in men? ## Hi dido, Based on my research, erectile dysfunction is not a side effect of Coxflam, also known as Meloxicam. Common side effects include: upset stomach, diarrhea, bloating, gas, dizziness, nervousness, headache, runny or stuffy nose, sore throat, or mild skin rash. You can learn more about this drug on the page for Meloxicam Details I hope this helps!

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I need to know the use for this drug. ## Nabumetone is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medication that's used to treat pain, fever and swelling, most commonly that which has been caused by arthritis. As such, it may cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, headache and stomach irritation. Are there any other questions I can help with? You can learn more Nabumetone details here.

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my sons MRI scan has shown inflamation/swelling of the lining of his spinal cord near his neck. he is seeing a neurologist as his hands and feet have been numb and tingling, sometimes feeling as heavy as lead, and hard to lift. has anyone had this problem, and what was the outcome/diagnosis please. ## with ref to the above. My son has now been prescribed 500mg of methylprednisolone, which I think is a steroid/anti inflamatory? They dont seem to know what the cause is. say 101 pos reasons...is there a way of being more specific in finding the cause? Any comments gratefully received. CM ## Hi Churchmouse, My mom has actually recently been diagnosed with something similar to what your son has been experiencing in his neck. The spinal column in my moms neck is actually pinching her nerves s...

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small oval pill not scored with 15 imprinted on one side and nothing on the other side ## small white oval pill with 13 or 15 imprinted, not scored, not coated ## The small oval white pill you are inquiring about is a Meloxicam 15mg tablet. The generic equivalent for mobic 15mg tablets. Used for juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, etc, etc..... Google the rest. ## @ellen vincent, Just to confirm, the pill in question is indeed Meloxicam (15 mg). It belongs to the drug class: nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory agents. In addition to what steve mentioned, it is also used to treat tendonitis and inflammatory conditions. Manufacturer: Lupin Pharmaceuticals, Inc National Drug Code (NDC): 68180-0502 Dosage: Initial dose: 7.5 mg orally once daily Maintenance dose: ...

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Can Coxflam cause anorgasmia in women? ## Coxflam contains the active ingredient Meloxicam, which is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug. And from what I could gather, no webpages I've seen list this as one of the side effects. There are however a number of other side effects that in my opinion could cause an inability to orgasm. You can view a list here: nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/druginfo/meds/a601242.html#side-effects It has also been noted that many prescription and over-the-counter medications can interfere with orgasm, including blood pressure medications, antihistamines and antidepressants — particularly selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). I don't believe Meloxicam (NSAID) falls into any of these categories, but there's no doubt it's...

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anti anxiety ## cerebrex side effects ## Celebrex may increase the risk of life-threatening heart, circulation problems and ma even provoke a heart attack or stroke. This risk will increase the longer you use celecoxib. Do not use this medicine just before or after having heart bypass surgery (also called coronary artery bypass graft, or CABG). check out ## @Cazz, The side effects of Celebrex(celecoxib) include but are not limited to: upset stomach, diarrhea, bloating, gas, dizziness, nervousness, headache, runny or stuffy nose, sore throat, mild skin rash, and more. If you experience any of these serous side effects, stop using Celebrex (celecoxib) and call your doctor immediately: chest pain, weakness, shortness of breath, slurred speech, problems with vision or balance, black, bloody...

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I been having pain in my neck arm back l bought some lcy hot cream wonder if it really work and do th go away eventualy ## What makes you think that it's arthritis? Have you had an exam or any testing done? If it is arthritis, there are products that can help with the pain and inflammation, such as the Icy Hot you mentioned, but there is no cure for it. It is an ongoing, degenerative problem. If you don't know much about it, you can learn more arthritis details here.

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I am on tourist visa from India For Uric acid pain I take pain killer Indocap sr At present I have the same problem. will Indocap sr is available Or alternatve medc. easily available. ## I'm not sure if it's available in Australia. However, the active ingredient in this is a time released formulation of Indomethacin, so you can try asking a pharmacist/chemist to see if it's available there. Learn more Indomethacin details here.

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sir'my 59 yrs old mum is a rheumatoid arthritis patient from 8yrs.she is taking WYSOLONE 10 0r 20 mg and MENABOL 7.5 for the last 4 yrs.pls suggest as she gets acute knee pain and sometimes swelling.she takes FOLITRAX 7.5 (2 tabs) once in a week.please email me ASAP.Thanks! ## Please use Sazo-EN 500 Table. ## my age is 48 yrs (male), suffering frm RA during last 2 yrs. taking Hydroxy Chloroquin (400, now 200) + Folic acid (5) + Folitrax (7.5) during 1 yr. quite better than before but should i do or take any other way to stay well in future? plz. inform me sir. ## I am 30 , female, Indication - pain. pain. & pain in the whole body, back, muscle, neck where not. taking BoneK2, Sazo, Fesovit, Wysolone, Prednisone, naprosyn, rabonik since 2.4 yrs. - day by day weight gaining. Withou...

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