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February 06, 2015, 02:54:39 AM

Offline GlandMan

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Relafen for weeks post-op
My PS prescribed me Relafen 500mg and told me to take it morning and night for 2 weeks. Is this even safe? Would it be effective at all to reduce inflammation/swelling?
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February 06, 2015, 09:43:03 AM Reply #1

Offline Dr. Elliot Jacobs

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Re: Relafen for weeks post-op
Relafen is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medication.  It can be used for pain -- but there are many many other drugs for pain as well.  It is used to reduce inflammation for arthritis patients -- I have never heard of it being used for a post-surgical condition.

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February 09, 2015, 03:17:36 AM Reply #2

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Re: Relafen for weeks post-op
Thanks for the reply. I am very confused as to why he prescribed this. I could have sworn he said it was to reduce swelling. Are you saying this drug won't reduce post-op swelling?
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