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Reviewer: Brewmando, 45-54 on Treatment for 10 years or more (Patient)
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I have taken ibuprofen for decades for chronic joint pain due to congenital joint defomities and severe DJD. I take it in conjunction with narcotic pain meds and it clearly gives additional pain relief, as it helps decrease inflamation. I do not advise crushing and snorting though, as it burns the nose and throat and is of no recreational value.
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Reviewer: pegasus, 55-64 Female on Treatment for 5 to less than 10 years (Patient)
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very effective at relieving pain and no side effects whatsoever, have never had a problem with stomach irritation. have taken with or without food, absolutely no difference for me.
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Reviewer: wysemickey2, 45-54 Female (Patient)
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I use this in place of my pain medicine. It helps make my days bearable; cuts down on taking pain medicine.
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Reviewer: 13-18 Female on Treatment for 1 to 6 months (Patient)
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I used this when i got kicked on the head and it was swollen it took the pain away a little the swelling did go down after.
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Reviewer: Chainsaw, 65-74 Female on Treatment for 6 months to less than 1 year (Patient)
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I take it for degenerative disc disease in my neck and back (I am 72), and "severe" (per MD) arthritis in my knee. With this med, I have NO pain and feel wonderful. I have been given vicodin for severe pain, but don't like the foggy feeling I get. I take the prescribed dose (800mg) of IBUB 2 times daily, but sometimes,I have to have a third, if I am overdoing it.
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