Ibuprofen gel 10%

[Beevbops]

Hello again

Has anyone had an adverse stomach reaction from using ibuprofen gel 10%? I've had a sore stomach and wondered if it might have been due to the gel I was using on my shoulders and neck. My digestive system is ridiculously sensitive. I've stopped using it and now using Flexiseq gel.

By the way, for those who answered my post a few days ago, I've booked an appointment with the Rheumatologist in Bath that was recommended to me. Trying to get my insurance onside now.

Beevbops

[PMRpro Ambassador]

It can happen - you do absorb it through the skin and it gets into the bloodstream.

[DorsetLady PMRGCAuk volunteer]

The 10% version is a bit hefty.....when hubby had gel on prescription GP would only allow 5%.

[MrsNails in reply to DorsetLady]

They gave me the 10% Post Chemo for the knee pain but after that it was only ever 5%

[DorsetLady PMRGCAuk volunteer in reply to MrsNails]

Yes, only very short term use.trouble is it can be bought OTC.

[Beevbops in reply to DorsetLady]

Thanks all.