Opioids Should Be Avoided For Treating Back Pain in Older Adults: Study
A new study finds no single painkiller is perfect for back pain for elderly patients, but warns opioids should be avoided.
Tag Archives: NSAID
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Long-term NSAID, Steroid Use May Prolong Back Pain Instead of Treat It: Study
A new study warns steroids and NSAIDs could prolong pain and cause it to become chronic.
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Hypertension Patients Often Given Medications Which Raise Their Blood Pressure Even Higher: Study
Nearly 20% of hypertension patients are prescribed drugs which may raise their blood pressure even further, according to the findings of a new study.
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Despite Widespread Use, Most Patients Do Not Want to Take Opioids After Surgery: Survey
A new survey reveals most patients would try an opioid-free pain relief program after surgery if given the option.
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Intestinal Bleeding Risk Linked To SSRIs Combined With NSAIDS: Study
A new study suggests taking NSAIDs like Advil and Motrin, along with certain types of antidepressants, like Prozac and Zoloft, could increase the risk of gastrointestinal bleeds.
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Motrin and Similar NSAIDs Show No Reduction of Parkinson’s Disease Risk: Study
Long-term use of common painkillers like Motrin and Advil failed to prevent the development of Parkinson's disease, according to the findings of a new study.
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Antibiotics, Anticonvulsants and NSAIDs Among Most Common Causes For Stevens-Johnson Syndrome: Study
A new study identifies antibiotics, anticonvulsants as NSAIDs as the drugs most commonly linked to Stevens-Johnson Syndrome skin reactions.
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Aspirin and Other NSAIDS May Help Protect Against Air Pollution Side Effects: Study
Aspirin and NSAIDs appear to have some protective properties vs. particulate matter air pollution, according to the findings of a new study.
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ISMP Warns Barcode Scanning Errors Could Cause Medication Mixups Between Generic Kappra and Aleve
Some blister packs of generic Kappra, an anticonvulsant, may scan as generic Aleve due to a barcode scanning problem, according to a warning by ISMP.
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Pregnancy Side Effects of Motrin, Aleve and Similar Pain Killers May Result in Complications For Unborn Child: FDA
The FDA warns that pregnant women should avoid taking Motrin, Aleve and similar NSAIDs during the second half of pregnancy due to the risk of potential complications.