Javier Gomez, a 50-year-old construction worker, comes to his physician with complaints of shoulder, back, and knee pain

Javier Gomez, a 50-year-old construction worker, comes to his physician with complaints of shoulder, back, and knee pain. He is diagnosed with osteoarthritis. The physician notes that Javier has a history of gastric ulcer. Javier tells the doctor that he seems to feel a bit better in the evenings, but the mornings are awful with pain and stiffness in his joints. If Javier requires long-term therapy, what medication may be prescribed? a. Cyclobenzaprine (Flexeril). b. A partially selective NSAID, such as nabumetone (Relafen). c. A COX-2 inhibitor, such as Vioxx. d. A combination drug that includes an opiate analgesic.