Suggest Over The Counter Medication For Knee Pain

Posted on Wed, 9 Nov 2016

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Question : I have knee pain and was taking a small does of steroids 4 mg is there anything I can take over the counter to help until I can get to a specialist

Answered by Dr. Dr. Muhammad Sareer Khalil (-3 hours later)

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Detailed Answer:
Hello and Welcome

I appreciate your concern

Yes, there are 3 options which can be utilized till you meet your specialist doctor.
Paracetamol or acetaminophen, NSAIDs like ibuprofen and topical diclofenac or aceclofenac can be obtained OTC to help alleviate the discomfort and pain for the time being and counter the inflammation.

Wishing you best of health

Thanks

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Dr. M.S. Khalil

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