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Can Ibuprofen Be Given For Joints Pain While On Digoxin After A Stroke?
Question: My mother has had two strokes and is paralyzed on right side and is on digozin for her heart. Can I give her ibuprophen for joint pain?
Brief Answer:
With caution, yes.
Detailed Answer:
Hello and thanks for using HCM.
I have read your question and understand your concerns.
Only long term use of ibuprofen ( more than 7 days) increases blood levels and possible toxicity of digoxin, so, if you will use small doses for a couple of days, you can give ibuprofen to your mother, if no high blood pressure, allergy to ibuprofen or gastroduodenal ulcer.
Hope you found the answer helpful.
Let me know if I can assist you further.
Greetings.
With caution, yes.
Detailed Answer:
Hello and thanks for using HCM.
I have read your question and understand your concerns.
Only long term use of ibuprofen ( more than 7 days) increases blood levels and possible toxicity of digoxin, so, if you will use small doses for a couple of days, you can give ibuprofen to your mother, if no high blood pressure, allergy to ibuprofen or gastroduodenal ulcer.
Hope you found the answer helpful.
Let me know if I can assist you further.
Greetings.
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