Numerous clinical studies have been conducted on the pain relieving and anti-inflammatory effects of the ingredients in Zymosine and many of those studies compare the efficacy with OTC and prescription pain relievers. Most studies have focused on back pain, knee pain, hip pain and other joint pain.

There are treatments for rheumatoid arthritis, such as Enbrel and Remicade, that are injected or infused and do not cause GI bleeding, but they are very expensive and must be given under the supervision of an experienced rheumatologist. If you suspect arthritis, an internist or a rheumatologist (specialist in arthritis) should evaluate you so that a specific diagnosis as to the type of arthritis you have can be made, and the safest therapy for you can be prescribed. [March 2006] See similar questions...

Experts cannot confirm if taking painkillers will prevent aches and pains. Most agree that it is better not to take them. Aches and pains are your body's way of telling you something. Masking that pain could aggravate a problem. See similar questions...

In 2001, almost 2.5 million people used pain relievers nonmedically (ie, for recreational purposes) for the first time. This is a 335% increase from 1990, when 573,000 reported using pain relievers nonmedically1 Taken from NSDUH chart re: number of new users of pain relievers for nonmedical purposes among people ages 12 and older. See similar questions...

No one is really sure if taking such painkillers will prevent aches and pains such as cramps and/or muscle soreness. Most experts agree however, it is better not to. More important: Cramping or pain is your body's way of telling you something is not right. Masking pain in order to exercise could aggravate an injury. If you are just feeling a little leftover muscle soreness though, taking aspirin, ibuprofen or Tylenol before your exercise can make you feel better. See similar questions...

All of the ingredients in Zymosine fall under the FDA's GRAS Standard (Generally Accepted As Safe) as well as significant research and review has been conducted on each ingredient. To date all of the ingredients have been reported to be safe and well tolerated in studies. (Please See Precautions). We us pharmacy grade herbal extracts to provide the greatest purity, consistency and potency. The raw ingredients and the final product is test and analyzed to insure safety, purity and formulation. See similar questions...

HIROâ„¢ Mobility combines the powerful ingredients of noni with glucosamine, chondroitin and MSM, all known to support joint health. TNI and its Independent Product Consultants do not make any medical claims in regards to its products. TNI has strict guidelines on how its products can be presented and described, and we absolutely prohibit any misrepresentation of the product. See similar questions...

ALEVE belongs to a class of drugs known as Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs, (NSAIDs), which work at the site of pain. The active ingredient in ALEVE has been shown to provide anti-inflammatory benefits when used at prescription dosages, under the supervision of a physician. If you think you may have inflammation due to an injury or condition, see your doctor. See similar questions...

NSAIDs may potentially have several well-known detrimental effects in your system such as gastric irritation and liver damage while acupuncture has virtually no side effects. In terms of the action on your muscle and joint pain, acupuncture works in a completely different manner than medication does. Most pain-relief and anti-inflammatory medications provide excellent short-term pain-relief by blocking the production of pain-causing substances called prostaglandins. See similar questions...

ALEVE is available without a prescription, so it's easy to get relief that lasts all day, without the necessity of seeing a doctor. See similar questions...

A. Pain is primarily caused by derivatives of the prostaglandin 2’s. Insulin shifts prostaglandin 1’s toward prostaglandin 2’s. Fats from plants are reshaped and regulated by several controlling enzymes. These enzymes are altered by high insulin response to carbohydrates, shunting the prostaglandins into their pro-inflammatory pathways. Plant oils have a much milder effect on the inflammatory process. See similar questions...

Patients with disk herniation can have both components contributing to their pain and neurologic dysfunction. Mechanical malfunction may require surgical correction. Inflammatory components may fail to resolve even after successful surgery. See similar questions...

HIRO™ Mobility combines the powerful ingredients of noni with glucosamine, chondroitin and MSM, all known to support joint health. We do not make any medicinal claims on our products. HIRO™ Mobility combines the powerful ingredients of noni with glucosamine, chondroitin and MSM, all known to support joint health. See similar questions...

No. The only anti-inflammatory in the literature (so far) known to have adverse effects on x factor's benefit in skeletal muscle are NSAIDs (or its herbal equivalent white willow bark) due to their direct effect on the COX enzyme. Indirect anti-inflammatory products (which many products claim as a side benefit) most likely have no effect on what x factor does. See similar questions...

The regular recommended dosage of Zymosine is 2 capsules 3 times a day. This can be increased to 3 capsules 3 times a day if needed. Also if taken for Osteoarthritis you may be able to reduce your dosage after 30 to 60 days to 1 capsule 3 times a day. See similar questions...

Many commonly used immediate relief medications, when taken in large enough amounts, can cause rebound headaches. Medications once thought of as "safe" are turning up as the likeliest culprits. See similar questions...

ALEVE ® is simpler to use than other common, over-the-counter (OTC) pain relievers because just two ALEVE provide relief that can last all day. Compare it! Based on labelled dosing, you could take eight Extra Strength Tylenol ® or four Advil ® to get the same all-day relief as just two ALEVE. And, two ALEVE cost about one-fourth the price of eight Extra Strength Tylenol and one-half that of four Advil, per day. See similar questions...

It has been known for some years, that some antidepressants may help pain, particularly neuropathic pain. These older antidepressants are called the Tricyclics and examples are amitriptyline , imipramine nortriptyline. They act through complex mechanisms, which may include inhibition of the two nerve transmitters, noradrenaline and 5-HT. There is some evidence that the newer antidepressants, e.g.duloxetine may also be helpful in some painful conditions. See similar questions...

Dr. Stoll: Exactly. The anti-inflammatory action of omega-3s has been definitively shown to help prevent heart attacks, in part by reducing atherosclerosis (hardening of the arteries). Omega-3s also appear to help cut down on the need for medications to treat rheumatoid arthritis, ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s disease, and a number of other medical conditions. Omega-3s may also work in osteoarthritis. Research on omega-3s is exploding–and not just in psychiatry. Dr. Stoll: Yes. See similar questions...