Anyone taking antimalarial drugs to prevent malaria who develops a fever or flu-like symptoms while taking the medicine or within 2-3 months after traveling to an area where malaria is common should call a physician immediately.
Ice the knee. 1  Icing the knee reduces swelling and can be used for both acute and chronic knee injuries. 2  Most authorities recommend icing the knee two to three times a day for 20 to 30 minutes each time. 3  Use an ice bag or a bag of frozen vegetables placed on the knee.
Drugs for osteoarthritis of the knee. Painkillers (analgesics) help with pain and stiffness but they donât affect the arthritis itself and wonât repair the damage to your joint. 1  Painkillers are best used occasionally when youâre in pain or when youâre likely to be exercising.