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    posted 11/12/2009, comment (1)

    Can I take pain medicine for arthritis if I'm also taking Coumadin?

    Can I take pain medications if I am also taking Coumadinīƒ’?   The following story is fictional but is comprised from encounters with a few different patients I have seen over the years. I have changed details and combined the stories in order to comply with my patients' privacy.   I had a patient come in the other day and tell me... Read moreChevron
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    Brand Name Vs. Generic Arthritis Pain Relievers

    Should I take brand name or generic medication for my osteoarthritis symptoms?   Medications in the United States are regulated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). If a drug company says that its drug has a certain amount of medication in it, then the FDA is supposed to ensure that it truly does. Supplements are very different. The... Read moreChevron
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    Hyaluronic acid injections for osteoarthritis

    The easiest way to think of hyaluronic acid injections is that they help replace the joint's natural fluid, which is otherwise lost in osteoarthritis. Hyaluronic acid injections don't "cure" osteoarthritis. It is sort of like changing the oil in your car. Or, another way to think of hyaluronic acid injections is that they pave the pot-holes in... Read moreChevron
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    Paying for Name Brand Osteoarthritis Medicine: There has to be a way!

    I was diagnosed with Osteoarthritis many years ago (and of course began a wide variety of surgeries, joint replacements, prescriptions, and lotions, creams, and potions), and I've sometimes struggled with my meds.  Very few prescriptions seemed to have a positive effect on my osteoarthritis and others left me with side effects that I... Read moreChevron
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    One more way to stay safe

    I don't know if any of you have ever heard of ResponseLINK Emergency Medical Alert, but this is another great way to help with arthritis, or any other type of pain or medical condition. I am a caregiver myself and have been really surprised and pleased with the results I have had since I have subscribed for my mother. I also am surprised at... Read moreChevron
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