Pain relief

[S2k0]

Hi I have just been told I have pbc, but am very confused as to what pain relief tablets I can take I believe nsaids are no nos but what else is there.

[gwillistexas]

Hello. My GI & hepatologist have said Tylenol but only as needed & lowest dose. Some drs vary in their thoughts on pain relievers.

[S2k0 in reply to gwillistexas]

Thank you for your advice I tried to buy Tylenol yesterday but can not buy it here.

[gwillistexas in reply to S2k0]

You’re welcome 😊

[PBCRobert Partner in reply to S2k0]

I do not know where in the world you are but tylenol is also known as parecetemol.

Robert

[S2k0 in reply to PBCRobert]

The uk

[Cathyjo in reply to PBCRobert]

Bad for your liver!

[S2k0]

Thank you for your advice I ended up having to take two out of desperation. 👍

[Elaineqs]

Paracetamol is considered safe. I have on occasion had to take ibuprofen for high temperatures but was only allowed if the paracetamol didn’t take the temp down. Not all doctors know or agree what you can take, as I found out the hard way. So my advice is find a doctor who is knowledgeable on PBC and take their advice based on your stage of liver disease

[JCP1964]

I take extra strength excedrin. My heptologist said I could take the equivelent of 2 tablets every 8 hours, but no more. I take this most evenings to help dull my muscle pain in the upper hips, and both shoulders and elbows so that I can sleep.