Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs inhibit the cyclooxygenase enzyme, reducing inflammation and pain. Compared with oral formulations, topical NSAIDs work locally, with systemic uptake limited to ...

Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) may protect against skin cancer, according to a study published online December 18 in the Journal of Investigative Dermatology. NSAID use has been ...

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 ...

When it comes to over-the-counter (OTC) pain medications, there are a lot of options, and it can be confusing to know which is best for your particular ailment. Acetaminophen? Ibuprofen? NSAIDs? What ...

For many Brits suffering from everyday aches and illnesses over-the-counter painkillers can be a godsend. Health issues such as headaches, back pain and colds can often be eased by taking some form of ...

In patients with gout starting allopurinol as a long-term urate-lowering therapy, the prophylactic use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) was associated with a higher risk for major ...

A new study has found that people with newly diagnosed OA (knee or hip) with contraindications to or precautions for NSAIDs use continue to be prescribed these drugs. Additionally they had higher use ...

A medical expert has sounded the alarm on the dangers of habitual painkiller use, noting that many individuals are unaware of the risks involved. The doctor particularly cautioned against regular ...

“Pain is inevitable…Advil keeps me going,” reads the text on screen of a recent Instagram Reel for hybrid athlete MaKayla Bassi (more than 90,000 followers) while she’s running on a track. “[Advil] ...

While medications can effectively target certain problems, they are also known to cause some unwanted effects. Worryingly, Dr Deborah Lee, from Dr Fox Online Pharmacy, warned that popular pain relief ...

Regular nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory use linked to erectile dysfunction. Mar. 7, 2011— -- The regular use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) is associated with higher odds of ...