Guest guest Posted September 11, 1998 Report Share Posted September 11, 1998 Hi Mike, My docs had me on very high doses of nsaids, and I think Voltarin nearly killed me (that doesn't mean anything for people taking normal doses-- I hope) For the past 5-6 years I was told I could not take either nsaids or steroids.Had to use mainly flexeril, which is a bummer. A pharmacist friend of mine who worked in nursing facilities told me that frequently indocin suppositories (low dose) were given to older patients who might not normally tolerate nsaids. Administered that way, a 50 mg. indocin bypasses the digestive system & liver & is as or more effective than high oral doses (u still can get gastric reactions tho) My doc was willing to go along with this, & it helped, except when I got too messed up to remember to take it. After banging my head against the wall with my doc by phone/fax, I made an appointment to see him again (just saw him), and I realized that I probably don't need higher dosage, just halved doses AM & PM. I don't see how he can say no to that. Boy, will he be surprised. I do get worried when you report significant gastric symptoms, & your doc should think about it. There is now a time-release indocin, and I think Voltaren can be gotten with an ingredient that protects the stomach. Unfortunately, these are probably costly. But the last thing you need is GI problems too. Ken Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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