I have RA and other inflammatory problems associated with Marfan's Syndrome. I cannot take any NSAIDs. I currently take narcotics to reduce pain; however, I need an anti inflammatory desperately! I take steroids every other month to help but the side effects are horrible. What alternatives are there that will not cause a reaction similar to Asprin? All of the RA drugs contain or react like Asprin but surely I'm not the only person in this situation. I currently take Oxycontin 20 3 times daily. It actually doesn't affect how I feel, which is good! So I can work and drive. I just need something to reduce inflamation, particularly in my tailbone - always a fun place to have pain! Thank you for your help. I'm at my whits end. My doctors are reasearching. Just an FYI - I suffer no heart or other neurological problems from the Marfan's. Mine is all joint related, at this time. Thanks again!
I am allergic to asprin and need an anti inflammatory?
Question posted by jenernst1 on 10 April 2014
Last updated on 27 June 2019 by Earthgoddess11
5 Answers
I too have an nsaid allergy causing anaphylaxis. I haven’t yet had a reaction to aspirin but have been warned to avoid it. Is your allergy to salicylates? I have been reading up on alternative pain relief and was wondering if you’ve tried white willow bark? I hope you find a non narcotic alternative soon.
I have an allergy to NSAID's as well and sarcoidosis with arthritic like symptoms. The sarcoidosis gives me very bad joint pain. I did a lot of research trying to find an anti-inflammatory. I found Quinine (hydroxychloroquine) which I have a prescription for, it can be prescribed for arthritis as it is anti-inflammatory and has some autoimmune stabilizing properties. I also take turmeric supplements which help. Not like aspirin but close. I also take an enzyme from pineapple called bromelain. hard to find but this helps some as well, especially if taken with the turmeric pills. Hope this helps.
Yes I have tries other NSAID drugs. Same reaction. All of the RA meds have that drug in them as well. I have anaphylaxis reaction to aspirin. So no NSAIDs. Just looking for an alternative so please don't say NSAIDs or other RA drugs. Anything natural?
I too have chronic back pains with allergies to ALL NSAIDs :( I am also looking for an anti-inflammatory medicine. I take daily pain medicine to try to control my pain but if I had an inflammatory it would help SO MUCH!! Please keep me informed if you find something that works. I have no other medical/health problems. Praying for you
Hi I have Ra and am allergic to aspirin too. I was doing research online and I am about to start some hempseed oil capsules. I hear it works well with both arthritic pain and inflammation. It's not the same oil as the one the guy makes who did "Run from the Cure", viewable on YouTube but it is supposed to be good. If I remember I will try to update my post. Oh, you can obtain
the oil from Amazon and you can read the reviews. Hope this helps and I hope this works for you, me and everyone out there like us!
I found tylenol arthritis works great for me!! You can find it at Walmart with the regular tylenol! It's like a vicodin but not as harsh and it works for 8 hours;p It has a rapid release and then extended release which makes a world of difference. Good luck and I've been taking it for about a week now and still doing great!!
Many people who have autoimmune diseases like RA and Lupus, also have colitis, hence any NSAID can cause serious bleeding. At the same time, doctors are no longer prescribing narcotics long term with all of the latest research and mandates, so really prednisone and Tylenol Arthritis are the only real options for someone with gastric symptoms. Makes for a miserable life
I am not allergic to aspirin. I take 1 gram every 10 days and my allergies are controlled. My eosinophil count went from 15% to 2%. My platelets are very normal. I attribute this to aspirin.
I have the same problem..allergic to all NSAI. I had a hip replacement and was on high doses of them..after the surgery i developed the allergy. go figure. I have knee arthritis too. I use the Tylenol Arthritis and Tramadol together. You need a prescription for the tramadol it is a very low level narcotic but it works great with the tylenol. Hope this helps.
cgibson1981, I posted a comment that is really geared to you, please look above. Thanks.
What kind of reaction do you have to aspirin? I am allergic to aspirin but I can take most other non steroidal anti-inflammatories. Celebrex works well for me but unfortunately my insurance doesnt pay for it.
As far as anti-inflammatories, you have steroids and non steroids so if you cant take any non steroids, you are pretty much SOL.
Have you tried other NSAIDS? Like I said, I cant take aspirin but I can take other NSAIDS just fine. Aspirin is a salicylate. You may just not be able to take salicylates, like me. Celebrex is a COX-2 inhibitor.
What about drugs like enbrel? What happens to you when you take aspirin?
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