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What Causes Raised Creatinine Level After Taking Instaflex?

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Posted on Mon, 7 Apr 2014
Question: Thank you. I have recently been taking Instaflex and was very satisfied with the relief I received from arthrytis pain in my left knee. I have been preparing for my annual physical and had a blood test a few days ago. The results show me over the high end of creatinine. Can this be due to my intake of three pills in the morning of Instaflex?
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Answered by Dr. Vaibhav Gandhi (35 minutes later)
Brief Answer: One tab a day dose of instaflex is sufficient. Detailed Answer: Hello, I have studied your case. Instaflex medications are excreted by renal route but they may not be only reason for raised creatinine. You may need to do renal function test and pelvic ultrasound for kidney stones. Once a day dose of instaflex is sufficient do not take 3 tabs. Physiotherapy like ultrasound and tens will help, along with knee exercises Life style changes will help in reducing pain which include, LOAD REDUCTION: Protecting the joint from excessive load may slow down the rate of cartilage loss. It is also effective in relieving pain. The heavier you are, the more stress you put on your joints. Weight reduction for obese patients, wearing shock-absorbing shoes, avoiding activities like climbing stairs and using a walking stick are worthwhile. USING CANES: Assistive devices can make it easier to go about your day without stressing your painful joint. A cane may take weight off your knee or hip as you walk. Carry the cane in the hand opposite the leg that hurts. Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries. If you are satisfied with answer do not forget to give rating to this answer. Wishing you good health. Take care.
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What Causes Raised Creatinine Level After Taking Instaflex?

Brief Answer: One tab a day dose of instaflex is sufficient. Detailed Answer: Hello, I have studied your case. Instaflex medications are excreted by renal route but they may not be only reason for raised creatinine. You may need to do renal function test and pelvic ultrasound for kidney stones. Once a day dose of instaflex is sufficient do not take 3 tabs. Physiotherapy like ultrasound and tens will help, along with knee exercises Life style changes will help in reducing pain which include, LOAD REDUCTION: Protecting the joint from excessive load may slow down the rate of cartilage loss. It is also effective in relieving pain. The heavier you are, the more stress you put on your joints. Weight reduction for obese patients, wearing shock-absorbing shoes, avoiding activities like climbing stairs and using a walking stick are worthwhile. USING CANES: Assistive devices can make it easier to go about your day without stressing your painful joint. A cane may take weight off your knee or hip as you walk. Carry the cane in the hand opposite the leg that hurts. Hope this answers your query. If you have additional questions or follow up queries then please do not hesitate in writing to us. I will be happy to answer your queries. If you are satisfied with answer do not forget to give rating to this answer. Wishing you good health. Take care.