I am 60 years of age and in generally good health but have the usual
arthritic aches and pains probably exacerbated by my exercise routine.

I had my yearly physical exam in December and asked my Internist if he
could prescribe something for these arthritic complaints.  I told him
that sufficient dosages of Ibuprofen (600 mg. twice a day) are quite
helpful but it messes up my stomach as does Naprosyn.

My Internist is aware that my brother has psoriatic arthritis and said
he would subscribe a painkiller based upon the results of my blood
tests.  Something about seeing if I had any protein or enzyme or
whatever which would give him some basis for what to prescribe.

After the blood tests came back he prescribed DAYPRO, 2-600 mg. tabs
daily.  It seems somewhat effective but no more so than the Ibuprofen
or Naprosyn and it also cause some stomach upset.

I haven't had a chance to speak with my M.D. but was wondering if
anyone might know why he based his prescribing of the DAYPRO on my
blood tests?

Thanks,

Jim