Rheumatoid Arthritis Questions (Page 11)

Drug absorbtion after gastric bypass surgery?

i take oxycodone as part of my regular treatment plan for RA and i have had gastric bypass surgery a few years back. i get conflicting answers on how accurately the meds are absorbed because apparently food is not absorbed correctly and i have to b on supplements all the time. can it affect my... read more

Can I use Voltaren Gel on my neck?

I have been using this gel for over a year on my joints due to twenty years of Rheumatoid and Osteoarthritis. Now we add Fibromyalgia to the mix, and anything I can do to relieve pain without getting that "drugged" feeling, I will do. The chronic fatigue is overwhelming. I stopped one of my main... read more

Oxycodone and arthritis, been taking oxycodone 15 mg for break through pain, my question is?

why doesn't it help arthritis? This drug WORKS but will not help arthritis pain. I also take morphine sulfate 15 mg er every 12 hours. My pm told me not to use ibuprofen for it, which I don't understand because it's not a narcotic. I have to wait to take the morphine because it's not time for it.... read more

Has anyone else experienced extreme depression since taking orencia?

I have been on drug since it first came out. has helped rheumatoid arthritis but I have been suffering from extreme depression with no reason in my life to have this since I am otherwise healthy, have a long 30+ year marriage, no money problems, etc. But find it hard to get excited about anything... read more

Do you have any good tips or tricks for the Humira injection pen?

... I will do my second injection tomorrow, and I'm nervous. The first one I did at the doctor's office, but I was nervous then too and don't remember everything they told me. Do I have to look for bubbles in the liquid, or check to make sure it's not cloudy? Do I rub the injection site after the... read more

Can meloxicam be taken long term?

I have a history of gastric ulcers. I have bilateral plantar fasciitis and arthritis in my hand. The meloxicam seems to help my pain after taking for 30 days. I am concerned if there are any effects if used long term as maintenance drug.

Voltaren Gel - how much does the strongest voltaren rx gel cost?

I have heard it is used a lot especially in Europe for muscle pains and arthritis pains as well. What is the cost for a doctor prescribed stronger voltaren gel.

If I have to take 10 mg of prednisone for the rest of my life, what can I do to help my body?

I get severe flares. I've had them for years but over the past year I had two flares per month. Finally, the doctors told me, it is safer for me to stay on a low constant dose, than going up and down. I tried 5 mg. And within a week got a flare. The flares feel like I got run over by a bus!! The... read more

Can you take trazadone 50mg and naproxen 500mg?

I took 2 aleve at 9:am then took 2 more at 11:40pm for arthritis in back pain in leg arms is that o?

Are Lidocaine patches effective in treating lower back pain caused from bulging disc and arthritis?

Is the lidocaine ointment usp5% good for arthritis flare up in my knees I also have neuropathy and?

I used to use the patches but they were mote hassle keeping them on where the pain is at so dr.Wrote me the ointment instead so is it god for arthritis pain also..Thanks

Tramadol - Can tramadol be used to treat arthritis pain?

If tramadol works for chronic pain will it work for arthritic pain? I have arthritis in my knees and feet. I have not had knee replacement and would like not to do that if there is a medication to help. I exercise, use my hot tub for water therapy and exercises from my physical therapist to try to... read more

At 71 on Eliquis. Can I use any anti inflammatories?

..inflammatory arthritis as well as A Fib and pacemaker for Sick Sinus Syndrome.

I just started Xeljanz XR. What time of day do you take it?

I started taking it late afternoon and worked to evening, but the side effect of insomnia and inability to get comfortable are extreme. Would it help to take it in the morning? I don’t want to go through the several day process of moving to the morning if others have tried it and seen no change. S... read more