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 ...

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 ...

Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are medications that relieve or reduce pain. The most popular examples of drugs in this group are aspirin and ibuprofen. NSAIDs may cause some side ...

The biggest concern I have with daily ibuprofen use in a woman in her 80s is damage to the stomach, including ulcers. Ulcers ...

Dr. Griffin answers the question: 'What Are NSAIDs, When Might I Need One?' — -- Question: What Are NSAIDs And When Might I Need One? Answer: Well, NSAIDs stand for non-steroidal ...

Medscape: NSAIDs continue to be a widely used medication, particularly for patients with inflammatory conditions. A 2013 analysis of 7 years of data from the National Ambulatory Care Survey reported ...

NSAIDs (nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) can help reduce pain, inflammation, and fever. But if you have stomach or heart conditions, they may not be right for you. (Grace Cary) NSAIDs, or ...

Painkillers offer quick relief, but frequent misuse comes with hidden dangers. Doctors warn that in 2025, overuse will ...

Back in 2004, a popular arthritis drug called Vioxx was pulled off the market when studies showed daily long-term use could increase the risk of heart attack, stroke and death. “This was one of the ...

A blood test could help doctors decide which patients with colon cancer should receive anti-inflammatory medication along ...

I am a woman in my 80s. Is it safe to take 400 mg of ibuprofen a day? I take it with breakfast. I never take more than ...