NSAID are used for relieving pain, alleviating fever, and in higher doses, anti-inflammatory. They are non-narcotic, and thus can be used as a non-addictive alternative to narcotics. They are non-steroidal, but still have the anti-inflammatory action of steroids.
MOA
Non-selective COX inhibitor, and so therefore has the unwanted GI side effects due to inhibition of COX-1. This includes:
Salicylates, including:
Aspirin (see page)
Diflunisal
Salicylic acid and other salicylates
Salsalate
Propionic acid derivatives, including:
Ibuprofen, has some anti-platelet effect, although of shorter duration than aspirin (and other anti-platelets). Examples include Nurofen, Advil. Nurofen Plus has added Codeine phosphate
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