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NSAIDS <---what is it?

by DanielleLeigh, Dec 27, 2006 12:00AM

Tags: nsaids, Addiction, enzyme, kidney, pain, Work, stomach ache, Stomach Ach

I have seen postings of this NSAIDS for some time now. I feel dumb asking, but can someone tell me what exactly it is??

Thanks again.

Member Comments (6)

by TB1964, Dec 27, 2006 12:00AM

Do a Google search - they are anti-inflamatories without steroids, non-narcotic and not addictive.

by peekawho, Dec 27, 2006 12:00AM

Like Motrin, Advil, Nuprin etc.

by gipsee, Dec 27, 2006 12:00AM

NASAIDS stands for

Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs....

Motrin, Advil, Aspirin, anything that helps w/pain that has an aspirn or an aspirn equivalent base.

Tylenol is not a NASAID....

Over periods of time... unless you have a cast iron gut. Nasaids will destroy the lining of your stomach. They are non-narcotic, no addiction is involved and for the most part they do help with aches and pains.

Hope this helps

Gip

by orangefyre, Dec 27, 2006 12:00AM

To: DanielleLeigh

Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, or NSAIDs (pronounced en-said) are the most prescribed medications for treating conditions such as arthritis. Most people are familiar with over-the-counter, nonprescription NSAIDs such as aspirin and ibuprofen.

NSAIDs are more than just pain relievers. They also help reduce inflammation and lower fevers. They prevent blood from clotting, which is good in some cases but not so beneficial in others. For example, because they reduce clotting action, some NSAIDS, especially aspirin, may have a protective effect against heart disease. However, you may bruise more easily. NSAIDs can increase the risk of developing nausea, an upset stomach or an ulcer. They also may interfere with kidney function.

How they work...

NSAIDs work by preventing an enzyme (a protein that triggers changes in the body) from doing its job. The enzyme is called cyclooxygenase, or COX, and it has two forms. COX-1 protects the stomach lining from harsh acids and digestive chemicals; it also helps maintain kidney function. COX-2 is produced when joints are injured or inflamed.

Traditional NSAIDs block the actions of both COX-1 and COX-2, which is why they can cause stomach upset and bleeding as well as ease pain and inflammation.

by Zanderzooman, Jul 21, 2008 03:26PM

To: Whoever Can Help

I have been taking 6 Aleves at a time, sometimes 4 to 5 times a day for migrains due to chronic high blood pressure and stress. I used to just take one or 2, but it wasn't helping, so gradually I increased the amount I take, until now I take up to 36 Aleves a day. I've been going on this way for about 6 months now. I often get terrible stomach cramps and I'm constantly going to the bathroom to move my bowels, which are soft. I do check to make sure that there's no blood in them, and so far, so good. Are these severe stomach cramps a sign that I've messed up my stomach lining?

~A Lil Worried~

by cgmomma, Jul 21, 2008 03:52PM

zanderzooman,

this is a very old thread...go to the top of the page and click on post a question and start a new thread...you will get help very soon

britt

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