Medications And Supplements That May Be Used By MC Patients

[Deborahclif]

Thx. This is the clear explantion i've been searching for. My goal is to get my gut working again. I'm relying on probiotics and fermented foods to repair my gut. I've cut out anything that trys to take over the micro biome i.e. pepto bismal, etc. So far, so good

[Lb]

Does anyone have experience with the antibiotic Cifuroxime ? It has been prescribed for me for a possible sinus infection. I have never read about it here and am very skeptical about taking it in fear of triggering a flair. Any help appreciated. Thanks much.
Lb

[papkeranch]

My question is, I take celecoxib for osteoarthritis. This medication is on the “should not use” list. What can be subbed for that?

Sandi

[tex]

Hi Sandi,

Welcome to the group. When my MC symptoms began to appear, I began to have severe osteoarthritis problems. My knees got so bad that I had to use a cane, just to get around. After I cut gluten and casein out of my diet, all those osteoarthritis issues faded away. I still have the crooked, twisted fingers as souvenirs, but the pain and swelling in my joints faded away, and I haven't needed a cane, since then.

Acetaminophen (Tylenol) is the safest medication, but some people claim that it's not effective for them. Back before I realized that I had to change my diet in order to reach remission from MC, I had severe migraines, sometimes daily. I found that if I took the Tylenol with food, and took it soon enough (before the symptoms become severe), it worked well for me. Just don't take it if you're using alcohol, and don't overdose, in order to avoid the risk of kidney damage.

Diclofenac (Voltaren) gel applied to the skin at the affected area may help.

Tramadol might be an option if you can't get anything else to work.

Again, welcome aboard, and please feel free to ask anything.

I hope this helps

Tex

[zsue]

I have severe osteoarthritis as well mostly in my lower back. I've been getting SI joint injections and radio frequency nerve ablations which help. Still, some days are rough. I use a topical arthritis creme as well, and Tramadol sparingly.

Somebody also mentioned migraines and I've been getting Botox preventative injections and take Maxalt when they are severe.

I recently fell off the wagon after four courses of antibiotics and find myself back on the Pepto Bismol and GF blah diet. I'm hopeful that eating clean will help with my migraines and osteo as well.

I hope you find some relief that works for your.