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NSAIDs

(nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs). Used to treat or reduce inflammation. “Nonsteroidal” means they do not contain hormones, unlike some other types of antiinflammatory drugs.
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However, patients with coronary artery disease should use caution when taking OTC nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs).
Warning: Common Pain Relievers Unsafe for Heart Patients: Fortunately, there are alternatives for those needing daily pain relief
A patient's pre-existing health conditions should be considered when selecting an NSAID. NSAIDs interfere with the COX-1 enzyme, which is involved in protecting the lining of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract, and consequently NSAIDs may cause GI problems.
Multiple Factors to Consider When Selecting NSAID for Arthritis; Effectiveness, concurrent health conditions, and frequency of use of NSAID should be considered
The analysis of 18 studies examined the association between acetaminophen, NSAIDs, and cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2) inhibitors, and the risk of Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis flares, and IBD.
Mixed outcomes found in analysis of NSAIDs and IBD
The two major issues with the use of NSAIDs regarding neck and spinal pain in general is associated with the conflicting evidence regarding efficacy as well as the negative adverse effects.
Combination of Chiropractic and Exercise as an Alternative to Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs for the Treatment of Neck Pain: Should a Combination of Chiropractic and Exercise be the First Line of Therapy for Neck Pain? A Commentary on the Available Research
Rates of pulmonary hypertension, renal failure, eclampsia, or intensive care unit admission were similar between women who received NSAIDs during the postpartum period and women who did not.
Postpartum NSAIDs didn't up hypertension risk in preeclampsia
Researchers say they found a link between routine use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and a heightened risk.
PAINKILLERS RAISE HEART ATTACK RISK; Warning for docs over ibuprofen scripts
There has been a recent increase in the use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and low-dose aspirin (LDA), both of which are risk factors for peptic ulcers and upper gastrointestinal bleeding with prolonged administration [1-12].
Are the Symptoms of an NSAID-Induced Ulcer Truly Milder Than Those of an Ordinary Ulcer?
Non-selective non-steroidal antiinflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as ibuprofen could increase the risk of being admitted to hospital with the heart problem, a study found.
Painkillers linked to risk of heart failure
Almost 15 million NSAIDs were prescribed in England last year.
Ibuprofen link to heart failure
TEHRAN (FNA)- New research shows that common painkillers (NSAIDs) have more side effects than we think, and that they should be used with great care in patients with heart disease.
Common Painkillers More Dangerous than We Think
Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued stronger warnings about using over-the-counter (OTC) nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), including naproxen (Aleve) and ibuprofen (Advil), based on findings that NSAIDs can increase the risk of heart attack and stroke.
Stronger warnings issued for over-the-counter pain relievers: increased heart attack and stroke risks have been linked with common pain medications
A study published in the journal Hypertension found that those with high blood pressure who regularly take nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) have an elevated risk of developing chronic kidney disease.
NSAIDs increase kidney disease risk

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