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Had Twisted Neck While Sleeping. Got Stiff Neck And Pain. Suggest Medication?
Question: I got stiff neck. while sleeping in the night my neck got twist and its from past 3 days. It has acute pain and cant move the body too. Can you please suggest some medicines?
Hi XXXXXXX
It seems like you have sprained your neck.
You will need to take anti-inflammatory drugs like Diclofenac with Serratiopeptidase. This is a prescription drug, which could be prescribed by your Meanwhile, you could take Dolo 650mg thrice daily after food for a couple of days. This is available over the counter.
You need to rest your neck, use a cervical collar, if you have one. Do not use a pillow and lie down flat on your bed.
You could also use volini ointment locally for pain relief.
You should be fine in a couple of days. Get well soon.
It seems like you have sprained your neck.
You will need to take anti-inflammatory drugs like Diclofenac with Serratiopeptidase. This is a prescription drug, which could be prescribed by your Meanwhile, you could take Dolo 650mg thrice daily after food for a couple of days. This is available over the counter.
You need to rest your neck, use a cervical collar, if you have one. Do not use a pillow and lie down flat on your bed.
You could also use volini ointment locally for pain relief.
You should be fine in a couple of days. Get well soon.
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
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