Connect with others who understand.

Sign up Log in
Resources
About myRAteam
Powered By
Real members of myRAteam have posted questions and answers that support our community guidelines, and should not be taken as medical advice. Looking for the latest medically reviewed content by doctors and experts? Visit our resource section.

Taking Ibuprofen

A myRAteam Member asked a question 💭
Toledo, OH

Anybody think they take alot of ibprofen? Im not taking any RA meds because id like to get pregnant soon. I been taking 2 ibprofen 200 before i go to bed & it seems to help the next morning/day.

October 12, 2016
Be the first to like/hug
A myRAteam Member

Once, when I had a stubborn flare that was hanging around for weeks I was put on a "round" of Naproxen (Aleve). I took five a day for five days, then 4 for five days until I got down to none and it worked for the flare. However, I did have to stop all NSAIDS for 5 months once because my liver was not happy. As long as your having your kidneys and liver monitored you should be fine.

October 12, 2016
A myRAteam Member

Hiya Sal :) i also take ibuprofen but double of what you take.. Im taking 800 when i wake up during the nightbwith pain and i seem to be alot better by mirning. I told my doctor and safe to say i got alot of abuse! I tried reducing the amount but i just cant cope with the pain. I cant say to you what your doing is good ir bad as im worse lol but i guess we just gotta do what we just gotta do. X

October 13, 2016
A myRAteam Member

I take a lot of ibuprofen to help control the pain and stiffness I have. I have stomach problems too and I know the ibuprofen doesn't help that.. That's why I am going to be going back to a gastro doc soon to see what can be done to help with my tummy trouble.

October 22, 2016
A myRAteam Member

I think it could be meds. My stomach very sensitive. Now I make sure that eat some fruit in the morning before taking my meds

October 14, 2016
A myRAteam Member

Gabreal, it is defnatly the meds. I had a peptic alcer because of my meds. The different doctors corolated to help cure the ulcer. Needless to say my RA meds were adjusted.

October 14, 2016

Related content

View All

Can A Person With Ra Take Ibuprofen

A myRAteam Member asked a question 💭
England, AR

Ibuprofen

A myRAteam Member asked a question 💭
Boulder, CO

Anyone Only Taking Ibuprofen

A myRAteam Member asked a question 💭
Boulder, CO

Already a Member? Log in