Muscle Relaxant

[stewey]

Could any of you recommend a good "over the counter" muscle relaxant? My right hip area is really hurting. The last time this happened I went to the doctor, and he prescribed one for me. I was wondering if any of you know of any effective ones that you can buy without a prescription.

[VillageVicar]

I'm hesitant to recommend anything, not knowing your medical history. Typically, for this type of ailment you could take one of the NSAID type medications, such as Ibuprofen, Diclofenac, or Voltarol dispersible tablets. However, as with all NSAIDS, they can have profound impact on your gastrointestinal system, leading to severe heartburn and ulcers.

As this clearly is repeating, perhaps a relaxant such as buscopan would be prescribed by your doctor, that you could take when required. Have a word with the pharmacy, but please consider seeing your GP!

I wish you every success

Fr Bill

[Skreecheeboy]

Radian B cream is pretty effective and doesn't burn as much as Deep Heat. Failing that, alcohol works pretty well or I know somebody that knows somebody that can get you some horse tranquilieser. I saw somebody sew twine into his elbow on that stuff last year, completely barking!

[stewey]

Thanks for the responses.
Vicar, you're right; I'll talk to the pharmacist.
Skreech, I'll limp down to the 'Atria Bar & Grill' and imbibe some of that alcohol.

[society]

go to boots and speak to the chemist they would recommend something. my mum got great advice and help from the chemist in boots.

[4GS]

I thought they wore white coats, where is this chemist who only wears boots?

[cheries]

lol @ Screechyboy
That stuff's called Bute; I've always got a sachet of the stuff in my pocket, but it's just for my horse if he gets injured.
Know what you mean though; it's lethal stuff.

[Gowergirl]

Try Phytorhuma gel from Holland & Barrett
Also Nature's Kiss available online from Wiggle.com