Relief of Osteoarthritis pain whilst taking Rivaroxaban

[NiceNana]

I have had osteoarthritis in my shoulders for a while now. In the past I have used Movelat or Ibuleve gel. As the former contains salicylic acid and the latter Ibuprofen I don't think that I can use either now that I am taking Rivaroxaban. I did ask the local pharmacist, but she said that although there were products that didn't contain NSAIs, she didn't know how they would react with the anticoagulant.

Can anyone suggest a product that is effective and safe to use.

Thanks in anticipation.

Lynn

[wendicarro]

I think the gel's are still safe to use, I'm sure its the medication that's a No No!

Would be worth checking with your anti coag clinic!

Happy New Year,

Wendi

[BobD Volunteer]

My GP did say that the amount of gel absorbed into the blood stream was negligible. I would say that with any NSAIDs the risk is more to the AF than antiocoagulation as they are known to promote it.

[NiceNana in reply to BobD]

Thanks Bob. I've been AF free since my ablation, so think I will risk the Movelat.

[CDreamer]

Arnica gel is supposed to be as effective as other anti-inflammatory gels.

[seasider18 in reply to CDreamer]

When I mentioned Arnica at the hospital I was told not to use as it increases the effect of Warfarin.

[cali111]

I had this trouble as NSAIDS are not good for people like us, or the elderly. After taking paracetamol to no comfort I switched to Co-Dydramol and one tablet every day keeps my OA under control. When I have it under control I stop even this tablet as my body gets used to it and I would have to take more for the same effect.( which I don`t want to do.) So I have a running battle with pain and how to control it without becoming addicted to pain killers.

[soccvb27 in reply to cali111]

Co-Dydramol? Never heard of it? Its a prescription? Do u know what's in it?

[cali111]

It is 500mg paracetamol with 10mg of diahydracodeine. It is a lot stronger than co-codamol and is prescription only.

Take care!