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Posted by Pauline on 5/30/00 at 18:50
I ordered my first tube of the Ibuprofen Cream off the net. I can't
say that I noticed a big difference from using it, but to be on the
safe side I decided to have my husband pick up more on his recent
trip to Germany. Cost there about $8-10 per big tube. Less than half the cost on the
net. Seems like we should be able to continue to get this for less if we could make contact with someone in Germany. What about those
of you who go for conferences etc. taking orders. Keep it non-profit---an act of random kindness for those in need.
Re: Ibuprofen Cream
Posted by Angie on 5/30/00 at 19:03
Pauline- I have been using the ibuprofen cream for 3 months now. I honestly cannot say there has been a noticable difference while using it. Massage has really helped me much more than the cream also icing it. My birk sandals are great and have helped my pain tremendously. I realize some people cannot wear birks but they have helped me. Angie
Re: Ibuprofen Cream
Posted by Scott R on 5/30/00 at 19:15
The ibuprofen cream probably isn't going to help if it doesn't work in a couple of hours. It has to be imported which is one reason its expensive. I'm working on getting another supplier. The company doesn't seem very interested in selling to the U.S.
Re: Ibuprofen Cream
Posted by Helene M on 5/31/00 at 07:42
Is there a reason why ibufrofen cream isn't manufactured in the U.S.?
Re: Ibuprofen Cream
Posted by Pauline on 5/31/00 at 09:13
Helen,
Probably like everything else. They are protecting us from something.
You know like eating it, rubbing it in your eye, putting it up your nose and finally because there is more money in perscription pain relievers and anti-inflammatories.
Re: Ibuprofen Cream
Posted by Scott R on 5/31/00 at 09:14
The drug companies haven't spent the money to get it FDA approved for topical use because its patent has expired and there wouldn't be enough profit to justify the expense. Otherwise, it's widely recognized as beneficial and available in other countries.
Re: Ibuprofen Cream
Posted by ChrisO on 5/31/00 at 10:10
Hi Pauline - I just ordered my second supply of Ibuprofen Cream. Like everything else, I can't say that it alone has been effective. But, like everything else, I just keep it as part of my long-term therapy. I've been using BenGay while awaiting the arrival of this second order but I find it too hot on the skin in general.
If I decide to continue with the Ibuprofen cream after this second round, I SURE hope our Scott can find another supplier! Makes one wish one had relatives in Germany!
Ibuprofen cream from the UK
Posted by Melody on 5/31/00 at 14:36
Look at this site.... they ship to the US and the ibuprofen gel appears to be cheaper than the German company. Hope this helps.
Melwww.pharmacy2u.co.uk
Re: Ibuprofen Cream
Posted by SandyS on 5/31/00 at 16:28
I love to see someone else praise their Birks. I just bought my first pair about a month ago and I wear them everyday. I can't even stand to wear my New Balance running shoes anymore all I want to wear is Birks. I just bought my second pair this weekend. I really need to dress nicer for work but I can't stand my other shoes, so it's khakis and birk sandles everyday. Does anyone have any other brands that are dressier yet feel like the birks? Icing also helps, if I'd just stick to it. Stretching helps, if I'd just stick to it. I haven't tried the ibuprofen cream or massage....yet.
Re: Ibuprofen cream from the UK
Posted by Scott R on 5/31/00 at 17:15
One of their web pages says they sell only to the UK. They don't have a state or country blank, but they state shipping charges for north america. I ordered some to see if it would work. These aren't the Dolgit type, but maybe they are as good. As my home page says, I have it on the best authority available that the Dolgit is the best. Maybe there is some place in Mexico (Mike W tells me it's not sold in Canada).
Re: Ibuprofen Cream
Posted by Rock Cogar on 6/06/00 at 15:19
I use AsperCreme (cheap, maybe $4 at Wallmart) and it works well in reducing PF inflamation. I do wonder if the massage action used to rub the stuff in is doing a portion of the benifit I get from the AsperCreme.