I stopped taking my pain meds because they were causing me to retain fluid. I couldn't believe when I stopped taking them, how my appetite decreased............which is a great thing for me. However, I am having a terrible time with my knee that needs a knee repair & I have had to restart taking my anti-inflammatory pills. I'm already wearing a brace & using anti-inflammatory cream on it, but because of having company, I am not resting it. Thank you though for your comments, dzemsta & CrashtestDawnie