What is DUEXIS Â® (ibuprofen and famotidine)? DUEXIS contains two medicines: ibuprofen, a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), and famotidine, a histamine H 2-receptor antagonist.
Various factors contribute to foot and ankle swelling during pregnancy. For starters, your body retains more fluid during pregnancy. Also, your growing uterus puts pressure on your veins, which impairs return of blood to your heart. This can lead to swelling in the legs, ankles and feet.
For swollen ankles and feet caused by pregnancy, elevate your legs and avoid lying on your back to help improve blood flow and decrease swelling. If you have mild leg edema caused by venous insufficiency, elevate your legs periodically and wear support (compression) stockings.