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Treatment Options
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Non-steroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs
Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), which are another type of pain reliever, can also be used to treat the symptoms of FM. NSAIDs, such as aspirin, ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin), and naproxen (Anaprox, Aleve) relieve pain and inflammation to help reduce muscle aches, menstrual cramps, and headaches associated with fibromyalgia. Drugs in the class
Fenoprofen Capsules (Nalfon Capsules)
Ketoprofen Capsules ()
Diclofenac Potassium Tablets (Cataflam)
Tolmetin Capsules ()
Diclofenac Sodium Extended-Release Tablets (Voltaren XR)
Indomethacin Extended-Release Capsules (Indocin SR)
Ketorolac Oral (Toradol)
Meclofenamate ()
Mefenamic Acid (Ponstel)
Ketorolac Injection (Toradol Injection)
Naproxen (Aleve, Anaprox, Anaprox DS, EC-Naprosyn, Naprelan, Naprosyn)
Oxaprozin (Daypro)
Etodolac Capsules ()
Flurbiprofen Tablets ()
Ibuprofen Tablets (Advil Caplets, Advil Gel Caplets, Advil Junior Strength Tablets, Advil Tablets, Genpril Tablets, IBU Tablets, Ibu-200 Tablets, Motrin IB Tablets, Motrin Junior Strength Caplets)
Piroxicam (Feldene)
Etodolac Extended-Release Tablets () |
Note: The above information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist, or other healthcare professional. It is not intended to diagnose a health condition, but it can be used as a guide to help you decide if you should seek professional treatment or to help you learn more about your condition once it has been diagnosed.
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