Antibiotics for Joint Pain
Joint pain can be caused by an injury or a medical condition; arthritis, tendinitis, osteoporosis, bursitis and gout are a few causes. Treatments vary and many people who suffer from joint pain find relief with antibiotics.
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Considerations
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Treating the underlying cause is the first course of treatment. Rest, heat, physical therapy and massages are often used in conjunction with medication to treat joint pain.
OTC Medications
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Many people obtain results with over-the-counter pain medications. Aspirin, ibuprofen and other nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) work well in alleviating joint pain.
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Celebrex
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Celebrex is an FDA-approved prescription strength anti-inflammatory used to treat joint pain. Many people swear by Celebrex, but it has also come under fire for some serious side effects including increased risk of heart attack, stroke, ulcers and intestinal problems.
Diclofenac
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Diclofenac is a perscription strength anti-inflammatory used to reduce inflammation and treat joint pain. Arthritis sufferers respond well to this drug.
Doxycycline
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Doxycycline is used for knee pain and osteoarthritis. Doxycyclen blocks damaging enzymes that break down cartilage and helps reduce pain.
Cortisone
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Cortisone shots (anti-inflammatory shots in the joint) offer quick, but most often, temporary relief. They help to reduce pain and inflammation, and they are often part of a broader treatment regimen.
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