Atorvastatin, Clopidogrel and NAISDs

[Milynda]

Hello,

Does anyone know if you can take paracetamol and ibuprofen with Atorvastatin and Clopidogrel? The warnings are scary but I have painful arthritis. Any viewpoints are welcome.

[GillyA]

Hi, paracetamol is fine, any Dr or pharmacist will say no to NSAIDs (including creams) if you are on thinners 😢

My arthritis seems to go through phases, good at the moment, really painful and slow over Christmas.

I have found physio helps, but you have to be really disciplined about doing it. Fortunately I can afford to go privately, the single 10 mins with an NHS physio didn’t give me the real input and incentive I need. The physio exercises at home and icing twice a day is taking over an hour up each day, but it is making a positive difference

[GillyA in reply to GillyA]

Oh, and it’s really helpful to talk to your pharmacist about drug mixes and side effects, drugs are their specialty

[Ladylovesmilktray]

I was told a big NO to Iboprufen but Paracetamiol is fine. If your pain exceeds what Paracetamol can cope with, you will need to ask your GP or Pharmacist. I’m on the same drugs as you. Good luck. xx