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Inside
the spine:
The spinal column is made up of five sections
and consists of 33 bones known as the vertebrae.
Get an inside look of the spine you won't
find anywhere else!
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Medications / Refills
You may be given prescriptions
and instructions for medication necessary for your treatment.
If you have a problem with a medication or need a re-fill
and are not planning an office visit, please call us during
office hours so that we can assist you.
- Prescription refills
and requests should be made 2-3 days before your last dose,
by calling (925) 469-6274 or contacting your pharmacy. We
will call you if the prescription cannot be refilled or
if we have questions. Contact your pharmacy 24 hours after
leaving the refill request with our office.
- Prescriptions will not be filled after hours or on weekends
Common Medications We
Prescribe
NSAIDs
Your doctor may recommend that you take a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory
drug (NSAID) as part of the treatment plan for your spinal
problem. NSAIDs are commonly used to treat inflammation, which
often causes or worsens pain by causing stiffness and swelling.
Some NSAIDs are available over the counter including aspirin,
low dose ibuprofen (such as Advil™, Motrin™, Nuprin™,
etc.) and low dose naproxen (Aleve™, etc.). These medications
are safe and effective for the vast majority of patients taking
them appropriately. We may recommend NSAIDs for your treatment,
which are only available with a doctor's prescription.
Before Using NSAIDs
Carefully read all directions, and follow any advice and/or
precautions.
Inform your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic
reactions to aspirin, any over the counter NSAIDs for any
other medication used to treat pain, fever, swelling or arthritis.
Confirm with your pharmacist or physician that the medication
is compatible with any other medications you are taking.
Inform your physician if you are pregnant or breast feeding.
Inform your physician if you have any bleeding or blood clotting
problems, or if you have a history of gastrointestinal bleeding
or ulcers.
How to Use NSAIDS
Use only as directed by your doctor
Take with food and a full glass of water (8 oz).
Do NOT double dose.
Take only for the prescribed time period recommended by your
doctor.
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