Hi,
I have used this, as I have GI issues and the NSaids were just irritating my stomach. It takes a little getting used to, and you dont want to use to o much. It is just supposed to not have the GI side effects and works directly on the joints. i used it when my dr thought I had tendinitis, and it does help, so give it one more try and if you cant tolerate.. then see other alternatives. good luck with it.