NSAIDS/Motrin

Eileen O.
on 8/2/16 7:38 am - Marlton, NJ

I am currently 9 years out from RNY surgery.  I've been having issues with my knee and was wondering if I can take Motrin (as an Anti-Inflammatory, as Tylenol Arthritis doesn't help).

 

Thank you

 

chassibi
on 8/2/16 8:28 am

No, unfortunately NSAIDS are off limits forever due to risk for ulcers, which sucks for arthritis. You might try topically applied peppermint oil. It makes a huge difference for musculoskeletal pain.

Consult Weight:276/Surgery Day Weight: 241.6 /Goal Weight: 150

Sparklekitty, Science-Loving Derby Hag
on 8/2/16 8:31 am
RNY on 08/05/19

Motrin is an NSAID, which is a no-go.

Have you tried topical stuff like Tiger Balm or Icy-Hot?

Sparklekitty / Julie / Nerdy Little Secret (#42)
Roller derby - cycling - triathlon
VSG 2013, RNY conversion 2019 due to GERD. Trendweight here!

chassibi
on 8/2/16 10:59 am

Sorry Julie! I was in nurse-speak mode. haha.

Consult Weight:276/Surgery Day Weight: 241.6 /Goal Weight: 150

Sparklekitty, Science-Loving Derby Hag
on 8/2/16 11:24 am
RNY on 08/05/19

All good! It's nice to have an expert on hand ;)

Sparklekitty / Julie / Nerdy Little Secret (#42)
Roller derby - cycling - triathlon
VSG 2013, RNY conversion 2019 due to GERD. Trendweight here!

White Dove
on 8/2/16 8:49 am - Warren, OH

Biofreeze is my pain reliever.  You can also check with your doctor about a cortisone injection or Tramadol.

 

Real life begins where your comfort zone ends

Sparklekitty, Science-Loving Derby Hag
on 8/2/16 10:22 am
RNY on 08/05/19

Just make sure not to scratch your eye after using Biofreeze before washing your hands. OWWW!

Sparklekitty / Julie / Nerdy Little Secret (#42)
Roller derby - cycling - triathlon
VSG 2013, RNY conversion 2019 due to GERD. Trendweight here!

Eileen O.
on 8/2/16 8:59 am - Marlton, NJ

Thanks all.. 

actually got a MonoVisc Gel Shot yesterday.  So hopefully that will help!!

 

karenp8
on 8/2/16 10:08 am - Brighton, IL

Biofreeze helps me on the rare occasion when I have issues from my RA.

   

       

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