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Suggest An Alternative Drug To A Topical NSAID For Relieving Pain

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Posted on Thu, 4 Jul 2024
Question: Is there an alternative to topical Ansaid? My insurance company wants $2500 for a month's supply and the cost is prohibitive. My 94 y.o. mother was given samples and it has helped relieve her pain. She had a recent fall and fractured L-1. She is waiting to see a Spine specialist for options. barryr
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Erion Spaho (17 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Diclofenac gel, Piroxicam gel.

Detailed Answer:
Hello,

I have read your question and understand your concerns.

Ansaid is one of the brand names of Flurbiprofen, so, any other topical drug that is composed of Flurbiprofen.

Diclofenac gel, piroxicam gel also is good and cheap alternatives to be used in this case.

Hope you found the answer helpful

Let me know if I can assist you further.

Take care.

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Suggest An Alternative Drug To A Topical NSAID For Relieving Pain

Brief Answer: Diclofenac gel, Piroxicam gel. Detailed Answer: Hello, I have read your question and understand your concerns. Ansaid is one of the brand names of Flurbiprofen, so, any other topical drug that is composed of Flurbiprofen. Diclofenac gel, piroxicam gel also is good and cheap alternatives to be used in this case. Hope you found the answer helpful Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care.