Ibuprofen’s anti-inflammatory action may influence cancer risk, but evidence remains complex and routine use for prevention is not advised. Ibuprofen is one of the most widely used pain relievers, ...

Certain common OTC painkillers have been linked to an increased risk of high blood pressure, stroke and heart attacks.

People with high blood pressure who regularly take common painkillers known as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) may increase their risk of developing chronic kidney disease, a study from ...

July 20, 2009 — Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are recommended for relieving discomfort or pain caused by the common cold, according to the results of a review reported online in the ...

More than 10 million people in the UK live with arthritis, with osteoarthritis being identified as the most common form of ...

Epidemiological data suggest that non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) stave off dementia, but multiple clinical trials have failed to bear that out. Now, the most recent and, the authors ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . NSAIDs should be the top choice for treating nonsurgical pain in children. Combinations like acetaminophen and ...

The FDA issued a drug safety communication about nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) use during pregnancy, mandating that product labels include warnings about risk of a rare but serious ...

NHS warns about potential side effects of NSAIDs for osteoarthritis. Learn who should take caution, common risks, and safer ...

In patients with diabetes and no history of heart failure (HF), the use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) may increase the risk of hospitalization for incident HF, according to results ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Robert Glatter is a New York-based physician covering public health. The use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medications ...