Suggest Treatment For Chronic Pancreatitis

Posted on Sun, 4 Sep 2016

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Sun, 4 Sep 2016 Answered on

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Question : I have been diagnosed with chronic pancreatitis, and am currently on vacation in Sydney from the UK. What pain relief is available without a prescription? I usually use Tramodol, but unfortunately my tablets have been lost in transit. Thank you for any assistance.

Answered by Dr. Ralph Chambers (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Hello. Tylenol, ibuprofen and naproxen are the possibilities

Detailed Answer:
Hello. While not quite as potent as Tramadol, you can use Tylenol, ibuprofen, or naproxen for pain relief.

Please let me know if you need any more information

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Yogesh D

Follow up: Dr. Ralph Chambers (13 hours later)

What is the best/strongest? Will be in Australia for a further two weeks and am strugging just now. Thanks agin for your assistance.

Answered by Dr. Ralph Chambers (7 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Hello again. Ibuprofen and naproxen are stronger

Detailed Answer:
Hello. Ibuprofen and naproxen are stronger than Tylenol and all of them are available in Australia

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Prasad