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.
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What Are NSAIDs?
A brief explanation and fast facts about the NSAIDs.
A brief explanation and fast facts about the NSAIDs.
The Facts of NSAIDs
NSAIDs are among the most commonly prescribed arthritis drugs. NSAIDs work to combat arthritis by interfering with the inflammatory process.
NSAIDs are among the most commonly prescribed arthritis drugs. NSAIDs work to combat arthritis by interfering with the inflammatory process.
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.
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).
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).
Bextra Withdrawal - What Should You Do If You Were Taking Bextra?
You can be reimbursed for unused Bextra tablets.
You can be reimbursed for unused Bextra tablets.
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.
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.
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.
Low-Dose Aspirin and NSAIDs - A Safe Combination?
Many patients are prescribed low -ose aspirin as a cardioprotective treatment but they are already taking an NSAID to treat arthritis. Is it safe to take both low-dose aspirin and an NSAID?
Many patients are prescribed low -ose aspirin as a cardioprotective treatment but they are already taking an NSAID to treat arthritis. Is it safe to take both low-dose aspirin and an NSAID?
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.
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 - 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?
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?
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.
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.
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.
Is Celebrex The Safest Anti-Inflammatory Drug?
Studies are being conducted to determine what non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAIDS) or COX-2 inhibitor is the safest. Celebrex appears to have lower risk of congestive heart failure.
Studies are being conducted to determine what non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAIDS) or COX-2 inhibitor is the safest. Celebrex appears to have lower risk of congestive heart failure.
Vioxx - New Evidence Again Links Arthritis Drug To Heart Problems
More evidence links Vioxx, expecially high doses, to risk of heart problems, but Merck disagrees.
More evidence links Vioxx, expecially high doses, to risk of heart problems, but Merck disagrees.
The Newest Arthritis Medications
It is in your own best interest to know what new medication is coming next and learn about how it should work so you can discuss with your doctor whether you would be a candidate for the drug. But even though the newly marketed drugs and drugs still in development grab our attention, don't forget about older possibilities.
It is in your own best interest to know what new medication is coming next and learn about how it should work so you can discuss with your doctor whether you would be a candidate for the drug. But even though the newly marketed drugs and drugs still in development grab our attention, don't forget about older possibilities.
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 new study suggests the infamous "Purple Pill", otherwise known as Nexium, might make a difference.
The potential development of ulcers in regular users of NSAIDS (nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) is well known. A new study suggests the infamous "Purple Pill", otherwise known as Nexium, might make a difference.
How To Take Bextra For Arthritis
Bextra, like Celebrex and Vioxx, is a COX-2 specific inhibitor prescribed for the relief of pain, inflammation, and stiffness associated with osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. What should you know if you take Bextra?
Bextra, like Celebrex and Vioxx, is a COX-2 specific inhibitor prescribed for the relief of pain, inflammation, and stiffness associated with osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. What should you know if you take Bextra?
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)
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)
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.
Mouth sores are not uncommon in arthritis patients. We examine the reasons for mouth sores and treatments for mouth sores.
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.
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.
Follow instructions from your pharmacist when taking arthritis medications.
NSAIDS (Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs)
Information about Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs.
Information about Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs.
How To Treat Gout With Diet And Medication
Gout is one of the most painful types of arthritis. Gout attacks can be controlled or prevented by lifestyle changes and the use of certain medications.
Gout is one of the most painful types of arthritis. Gout attacks can be controlled or prevented by lifestyle changes and the use of certain medications.