Early in the coronavirus pandemic, the use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), such as ibuprofen, were not recommended due to concerns that it could lead to more severe cases of ...
In the U.S., six non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are most commonly used to manage pain and inflammation. While this drug class is widely relied upon, it is also associated with ...
If you have Crohn’s disease, a doctor may have warned you at some point to avoid nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) like aspirin, ibuprofen, and naproxen. The common wisdom is that these ...
It's no secret that NSAIDs come with a host of side effects. But how often? And how bad are they? A presentation at the 2020 PAINWeek Conference gives us some numbers. If taken at face value they are ...
Most households have a stash of painkillers tucked away for surprise headaches or stubborn cramps. But some may not realize that all painkillers are not created equal, and they don’t all treat the ...
Some patients typically contraindicated for prescription nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) use may be able to take them with no increased risk of harm, according to a large observational ...
Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Robert Glatter is a New York-based physician covering public health. The use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medications ...