Gastrointestinal Risk with NSAIDs

NSAID stands for non-steroidal, anti-inflammatory drug. These are anti-inflammatory medicines, medicines which decrease inflammation. They are typically used to treat pain, arthritis, and are commonly taken for either the short term or the long term. Most NSAIDs have stomach side effects because they decrease your body's natural protection against acid in the gastrointestinal tract. Additional important FDA safety information on NSAIDs: http://www.fda.gov/CDER/drug/infopage/COX2/NSAIDmedguide.htm
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• AGA
• NSAID
• Aspirin
• Ibuprofen
• Ulcer
• GI
• Risk
• Stomach
• gastrointestinal