A new study has found that people with newly diagnosed OA (knee or hip) with contraindications to or precautions for NSAIDs use continue to be prescribed these drugs. Additionally they had higher use ...

Over-the-counter (OTC) pain medication includes acetaminophen for treating pain and fever and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) for treating inflammatory conditions. These OTC pain relief ...

Common OTC painkillers like ibuprofen may increase heart attack and stroke risk. Learn which medications pose the greatest cardiovascular danger.

Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) like ibuprofen and naproxen offer relief from pain and inflammation but can sometimes upset the stomach. However, NSAIDs, known for their ...