NSAIDs (Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs)

Nsaid Allergy

• shortness of breath
• Swelling in the face
• Wheezing
• Hives or a skin rash
• Blisters
• Reddened face

Side effects

NSAIDs for a long period results in allergic reactions include cardiovascular, gastrointestinal, and kidney problems

cause ulcers in the stomach and promote bleeding

constipation, diarrhea, swelling of the ankles

Elderly patients, people with Irritable bowel syndrome,overweight, are at greater risk for these adverse events

Nsaid Prescription

Nsaid Medications

Bayer, Ecotrin, Bufferin, St. Joseph,

Diclofenac, Ibuprofen, Fenoprofen, Meloxicam

Nsaid Types

non-selective and COX-2 selective

Nsaid Celebrex

nsaid type COX-2 inhibitors

prevent the formation and growth of colon polyps

Nsaids Examples

Aspirin –  used to inhibit the clotting of blood for 4- 7 days

Ibuprofen

Celecoxib

naproxen (Anaprox)has shown the smallest risk of side effects

Naproxen

Diclofenac

Ketorolac – causes ulcers more frequently than other NSAID

Nsaid Alternatives

Excess use of nsaid can result in various side effects. Therefore people with headaches can opt for Acetaminophen(Tylenol) use which is relatively safe for use. however, too much can damage the liver,

Using yoga and meditation can also reduce headaches

massage and phsical therapy

Use of nonacetylated salicylates (Disalcid) to relieve pain and reduce inflammation

Tramadol

 

Nsaid Cream

Nsaid For Gout

Nsaid And Kidney

Nsaid On Kidney

Nsaid Contraindications

Nsaid Eye Drops

Nsaid Pain Relievers

Used to treat both pain and inflammation

used to treat chronic pain

Activity-related pain or discomfort after sports and exercise

Osteoarthritis joint pain

Post-surgical pain

Nsaid Overdose

Nsaid For Arthritis

nsaid are used to treat rheumatoid arthritis by managing severe pain and inflammation.

non-selective nsaid block and suppress COX enzymes thus reducing inflammation and pain.

they include Aspirin (Bufferin), Celebrex, Ibuprofen (Advil)

Nsaid And Asthma

asthma are at a higher risk for experiencing serious allergic reaction.

nsaid allergy symptoms include;

skin rash(urticaria)

shortness of breath

running nose

nasal polyps

Nsaid And Blood Pressure

may increase blood pressure in patients with hypertension

Nsaid Effect On Kidney

can reduce the amount of blood reaching the kidneys, slowing kidney function

Water and salt retention, high blood pressure, and electrolyte imbalances have been linked to NSAIDs’ effect on the kidneys.

Nsaid Brands

Nsaid For Back Pain

Nsaid Dosage

Ibuprofen dose for adults is 400 mg with an upper limit of 4 doses per day

Naproxen dose for adults is 440 mg with an upper limit of 660 mg per day, however people above 65 should not take dose above 220mg per dose

Nsaid Heart Failure

using these medications are at added risk of a heart attack or stroke.

Stopping NSAIDs Suddenly Poses Heart-Related Risks

Nsaid Advil

Nsaid Definition

are a popular class of medication that can help relieve back and neck pain.

treat both pain and inflammation, fever

also referred to as anti-inflammatory drugs, nonsteroidal

Nsaid Ibuprofen

Uses

treatment of arthritis

relieving chronic pain

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