: a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (such as aspirin and ibuprofen)
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As a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), the active ingredient works by healing the joint from underneath the skin by directly targeting inflammation.
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Danielle Zoellner, Verywell Health, 26 Mar. 2024
This might include an over-the-counter nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), like ibuprofen, and a prescription triptan, which can often halt symptoms in under an hour—basically before the drink cart arrives.
—Julia Ries, SELF, 21 Feb. 2024
Ibuprofen and naproxen are good first-line nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID) for mild to moderate acute pain based on effectiveness, adverse effect profile, cost, and over-the-counter availability.
—Stephanie Brown, Verywell Health, 7 June 2023
Danielle Zoellner, Verywell Health, 26 Mar. 2024
This might include an over-the-counter nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), like ibuprofen, and a prescription triptan, which can often halt symptoms in under an hour—basically before the drink cart arrives.
—Julia Ries, SELF, 21 Feb. 2024
Ibuprofen and naproxen are good first-line nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID) for mild to moderate acute pain based on effectiveness, adverse effect profile, cost, and over-the-counter availability.
—Stephanie Brown, Verywell Health, 7 June 2023
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“NSAID.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/NSAID. Accessed 19 Apr. 2024.
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