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Suggest Treatment For Severe Back Pain
Question: I have severe back pain . Have been going to a chiropractor for 60 days . I can't get relief from ibuprofen. I. Don't want to take opiated drug . Need another painkiller
Brief Answer:
Following drugs to alternate with ibuprofen
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
I am sorry for the painful situation you are going through.
If ibuprofen alone cannot help relieving pain even in larger doses, then I advise to take other painkillers and alternate with ibuprofen.
Other options could be mephenamic acid, naproxen, ketotifen, piroxicam, meloxicam,etc.
Muscle relaxant can also be helpful. Applying analgesic cream and warming padd locally can also help.
Wish fast recovery.
Dr.Albana
Following drugs to alternate with ibuprofen
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
I am sorry for the painful situation you are going through.
If ibuprofen alone cannot help relieving pain even in larger doses, then I advise to take other painkillers and alternate with ibuprofen.
Other options could be mephenamic acid, naproxen, ketotifen, piroxicam, meloxicam,etc.
Muscle relaxant can also be helpful. Applying analgesic cream and warming padd locally can also help.
Wish fast recovery.
Dr.Albana
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
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