NSAIDS during or after meals

A glass of milk will help but suggest you get the tablet to protect your stomach. I am currently taking a steroid and the stomach protector tablet.

I’ve always used Voltarol gel. You mustn’t expose skin to the sun if it has Voltarol on it, though. I also take turmeric for my joints but you can’t take it if you’re on blood thinners. I really notice the difference if I don't take it.

I can’t take any form of ibuprofen but a friend who works for Pfizer as pharmacist, suggested using “voltarol” which works the same but has a slightly different formulation. It is a gel, but use it at the same times as a pill. Give it a try.

MayBee70

Over 65 and you’re more prone to stomach ulcers. My friend ended up in intensive care.

I’m under 65 and I’ve ended up with a stomach ulcer. I’ve always eaten with ibuprofen. Please take for the minimum time possible.

Ibuprofen cannot be taken if you have certain health conditions. Best to check. I have COPD and heart failure and am not allowed it.

Don’t forget that Ibuprofen used regularly will increase your BP readings.

Over 65 and you’re more prone to stomach ulcers. My friend ended up in intensive care.

But, check with a pharmacist if you are worried.

I understood years ago from somewhere or other that a glass of milk would count as food for nsaid purposes.

I had a frozen shoulder a few years ago , it was really painful .
I had a steroid injection it really helped and worked within a few hours, meant I could comfortably do the exercises which the physio gave me.

Exdancer - I have the same affliction. I had a very fast appointment (within a week) with the Physiotherapist. Frankly, I thought it was a waste of time. That’s all he did, examine me, said it was ‘impingement’ and gave me an exercise sheet. I could have gone on the Internet and found exercises, with demonstration.
I think any anti-inflammatories should be taken after food.
Hope you feel better soon …

I have never read the instructions on Ibubrofen and didn’t realise that were to be taken with food. I have never had side effects from them.

Sorry to hear you have hurt your shoulder, I hurt mine some time ago and it is most unpleasant. I have taken Ibuprofen on a fairly regular basis for years, (for my arthritis) I try to limit as much as possible, but sometimes you just want some relief. I would take the dose at the end of your meal or snack don't think you have to force yourself to eat large quantities. Every one is different and it does effect some peoples stomach far more than others but hopefully it is not going to be long term use. Something I would suggest you try is Aroma Active Laboratories Muscle Recovery and I will post a link. Won't cure but does make it more bearable, at least for me for my shoulder and I had tried Voltarol & Boots similar, maximum strength which did nothing. Massage it in or better still get someone else to gently massage it in for you. I hope you get some relief while you are waiting for physio.
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ExDancer
You can buy Omeprozol anywhere. If you can’t get out: buy it online.

I’d check with your pharmacy.

It might be worth asking your GP to prescribe omeprazole to take as well to protect your tummy? I don’t want to scare you but a friend of mine was very ill after being prescribed ibuprofen for pain. Failing that I’d query exactly how much food you need to take with it.