Have you tried Ibuprofen? It is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug, which relieves pain and swelling.
I took a nasty dump 14 days ago, and that is what I am on (600mg). I only take it in the morning because that is when I am most sore. I could take it at night, but I don’t need it. One pill takes me through the day, and it takes effect in about 1 hour.
We can get them over the counter here in Panama. I don’t know if one can in the states without doctors’ orders.
Once the swelling goes down, the pain goes down to nearly nothing.
I’m sorry about your eyes. I wish I could do something about it.
LOL — stying off this thread would probably cure me quick, but I have to keep checking in just to see where it is going! LOL. Already there are a couple more posts of interest to follow. Little did I know when I discovered this thread Aug. 2 that I’d still be here Aug. 11!
My excuse for being back at the computer right now is that I just started the dishwasher. I don’t want to take the chance as starting my shower until the water is all in, or I’ll get scalded.
Will Ibuprophin reduce swelling? I never thought about that before.
Will Ibuprophin reduce swelling? I never thought about that before
NEWS to me too. How about ALEVE?
Yes, you can get Ibuprofen over the counter, in up to 200 mg doses, but of course they can't restrict how many you take at once. The most popular brand names are Advil and Motrin, but it's generally available as a "house brand" generic at pharmacies and grocery stores, and most anywhere over the counter medicines are sold "Dollar General", "Family Dollar", etc. Usually one of the brand names can be found at convenience stores that also sell gasoline.
I can only take it for a couple of days at the label recommended dosage, until it eats up my stomach and gives me the Mother of all Heartburn. Prescription doses are even worse, requiring antacids or at lest milk/cheese etc.