Anti-inflammatory Medication (NSAID)

Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are drugs with anti-inflammatory effects. Non-steroidal are non-narcotic. The most prominent members of this group of drugs are:

aspirin
ibuprofen
naproxen

They are available over-the-counter in many areas. Anti-inflammatory medication works by reducing the inflammation. The nonsteroidal anti–inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are used to treat mild and moderate pain due to certain conditions.

NSAIDs are more than just pain relievers. They also help reduce inflammation and lower fevers and prevent blood from clotting.

Over-the-counter NSAIDs may be sufficient for temporary conditions such as sprains, strains, and flares of back pain. For chronic conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, or other these drugs are administered by a doctor in higher prescription doses and may be prescribed over a long period of time.

It is important to know the side effects of NSAIDs before making a decision to take them. Risks of all NSAIDs include:

stomach problems like bleeding and ulcer

high blood pressure

fluid retention

heart and kidney problems

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