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NSAIDs - Dosage - Side Effects - Drug Interactions - Warnings

NSAID drug information, dosage, side effects, drug interactions, and warnings. NSAIDs (nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) are a large class of medications used to treat arthritis pain and inflammation. There are three categories of NSAIDs: Salicylates (acetylated, such as aspirin, and non-acetylated), the traditional NSAIDs, and COX-2 selective inhibitors.
Two NSAIDs Are Not Better Than One
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are commonly prescribed medications used to treat of arthritis. Because NSAIDs are available by prescription and over-the-counter, some patients take two NSAIDs, not realizing they are in the same drug class. Taking two NSAIDs can increase the risk of undesirable side effects.
Proton Pump Inhibitors Increase Risk of Hip Fracture
Proton pump inhibitors which are taken for acid-related diseases and also by many arthritis patients trying to reduce gastrointestinal side effects caused by NSAIDs have been linked to an increased risk of hip fracture. Proton pump inhibitors include Nexium, Protonix, Prevacid, Aciphex and Prilosec.
The Facts of NSAIDs
NSAIDs are among the most commonly prescribed arthritis drugs. NSAIDs work to combat arthritis by interfering with the inflammatory process.
What Are NSAIDs?
A brief explanation and fast facts about the NSAIDs.
Inflammation - Test Your Knowledge
Inflammation is a process associated with many diseases, including arthritis. Do you know what is happening as inflammation occurs? Do you know why inflammation occurs?
FDA Announces Changes For All NSAIDs
Following scrutiny of the class of arthritis drugs known as NSAIDs and COX-2 inhibitors, the FDA has taken action.
Q & A: FDA Actions On COX-2 Inhibitors & NSAIDs
On April 7, 2005, FDA announces planned regulatory actions for Bextra, Celebrex, and the non-selective prescription and over-the-counter (OTC) non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs).
Pain Relievers - Use Caution With Over-the-Counter Pain Relievers
All over-the-counter pain relievers should be taken with care to avoid serious problems that can occur with misuse. Certain factors can increase the risk of liver toxicity from products containing acetaminophen and the risk of GI bleeding from the use of products containing NSAIDs.
Inflammation: The Battle Within
Inflammation is a natural defense of the body to protect against foreign substances or injury, but it can cause problems in certain diseases.
Arthritis Drugs: What Are My Options?
Medications have long been considered "traditional" treatment. Since individual response to a specific medication can vary and because possible side effects are also a factor, finding the most effective medication or combination of medications can be a more difficult process than one would expect.
What Causes And Heals Mouth Sores?
Mouth sores are not uncommon in arthritis patients. We examine the reasons for mouth sores and treatments for mouth sores.
Peptic ulcer
Ulcers are erosions in the lining of the stomach or duodenum (the first part of the small intestines). NSAIDS can be a cause of ulcers. (Illustrated)
Nexium Reduces Risk of Ulcers For Long-term NSAID Users
The potential development of ulcers in regular users of NSAIDS (nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) is well known. A study suggests the infamous "Purple Pill", otherwise known as Nexium, might make a difference.
Arthritis Medications - Does it matter if a person takes arthritis medications with or without food?
Follow instructions from your pharmacist when taking arthritis medications.
Arthritis Drug Database: NSAIDs
Contains information on anti-arthritic drugs and other nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory agents ( NSAIDS) approved for use in the United States, from coreynahman.com (a registered pharmacist).
Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) - A Physician Guideline
In-depth and complete explanation of NSAIDS and how they work, from drdoc.
Editorial: Should Initial Drug Used to Treat OA Be A NSAID?
Is the expansion of NSAID use to include initial pharmacotherapy for OA pain, supported by the evidence?, from the Journal of Rheumatology.
ACR Patient Education: NSAIDs / COX-2 Selective NSAIDs
One of the mainstays of arthritis treatment has been medications in the class known as the nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs or NSAIDs. In 1999, a new type of medication, called COX-2 selective NSAIDs, was introduced to treat the pain and inflammation associated with arthritis, from ACR.
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