Side
Effects of
Traditional NSAIDs
(Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs)
As Reported by the Arthritis Foundation® (1)
Click the drug names below to learn about that drug's side effects.
| Click the drug
names below to learn about that drug's side effects. |
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DRUG |
BRAND NAME(S) |
| Diclofenac potassium | Cataflam |
| Diclofenac sodium | Voltaren, Voltaren XR |
| Diclofenac sodium with misoprostol | Arthrotec |
| Diflunisal | Dolobid |
| Etodolac | Lodine, Lodine XL |
| Fenoprofen calcium | Nalfon |
| Flurbiprofen | Ansaid |
| Ibuprofen | Prescription:
Motrin Non-prescription: Advil, Motrin IB, Nuprin |
| Indomethacin | Indocin, Indocin SR |
| Ketoprofen | Prescription:
Orudis, Oruvail Non-prescription: Actron, Orudis KT |
| Meclofenamate sodium | Meclomen |
| Mefenamic acid |
Ponstel |
| Meloxicam | Mobic |
| Nabumetone | Relafen |
| Rofecoxib | Vioxx®
 |
| Be
Aware: All traditional NSAIDs can cause stomach ulcers or internal bleeding without warning. Consultation with your doctor and regular check ups are important when taking NSAIDs. |
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