Attn. Sqad Please.

[lidlicker]

I take Omeprazole for acid reflux and I cannot take Ibuprofen.
I am suffering from arthritis in my wrist, can I put Ibuprofen Gel on this or should I stay clear. I don't know what else I can put on it.
Many thanks in advance.

[Buenchico]

Speak to your GP about possibly prescribing Capsaicin cream:
http://www.nhs.uk/medicine-guides/pages/MedicineOverview.aspx?condition=Pain&medicine=capsaicin

[Sqad]

Yes, Ibuprofen Gel can be helpful, although i am not keen on transdermal medications (creams and gels).Certainly worth a trial.
It is only Ibuprofen, taken by mouth that "irritates" the gut.

[murraymints]

dad had capsaicin cream for his feet .peripheral neuropathy..did not do anything for him sadly !

[tfg]

my partner has arthritis in her right hip and the whole leg, the only pain relief that helps her is Naproxen, but only uses when pain is bad, also try Biofreeze from chemist for temporary relief, it numbs the pain

[lidlicker]

Thank you very much everyone. Most helpful !!

[ethandron]

Why not take paracetamol, I find them very effective for pain relief associated with arthritis.