How to Manage Pain With Ulcerative Colitis
If you have pain and aren’t sure how to treat it, talk to your provider first. They may recommend acetaminophen (Tylenol) or other options before trying NSAIDs.
NSAID Alternatives
“For more severe pain, there are several prescription medications we can consider that are safer for the gut than NSAIDs,” says Mayer. Some options, he says, include:
Antispasmodics for cramping
Antidepressants for chronic pain
Gabapentin and pregabalin for nerve-related pain
Your provider may prescribe opioid pain medications for severe short-term pain or injury, says Mayer. “[But] they are generally avoided for long-term use…
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