Nsaid (Noun)
Meaning
An anti-inflammatory drug that does not contain steroids; "NSAIDs inhibit the activity of both Cox-1 and Cox-2 enzymes".
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- Common over-the-counter NSAIDs include ibuprofen and naproxen, which are often used to relieve headaches and muscle aches.
- NSAIDs can have gastrointestinal side effects, such as stomach ulcers and bleeding, especially when taken in high doses or for prolonged periods.
- The doctor prescribed an NSAID to reduce the patient's inflammation and pain after surgery.
- The study found that long-term use of NSAIDs can increase the risk of kidney damage and cardiovascular disease.
- NSAIDs are often used to treat conditions such as arthritis, tendinitis, and menstrual cramps.
Synonyms
Hypernyms
Hyponyms
- Ketorolac Tromethamine
- Orudis
- Dolobid
- Naproxen
- Flurbiprofen
- Oxaprozin
- Fenoprofen
- Indomethacin
- Ibuprofen
- Aleve
- Acular
- Feldene
- Cataflam
- Mefenamic Acid
- Relafen
- Naproxen Sodium
- Aflaxen
- Diflunisal
- Ponstel
- Clinoril
- Meclofenamate Sodium
- Fenoprofen Calcium
- Nabumetone
- Torodal
- Sulindac
- Motrin
- Tolectin
- Tolmetin Sodium
- Etodolac
- Isobutylphenyl Propionic Acid
- Lodine
- Salicylate
- Nuprin
- Oruvail
- Indocin
- Ketoprofen
- Ketorolac
- Daypro
- Meclofenamate
- Naprosyn
- Diclofenac Potassium
- Diclofenac Sodium
- Piroxicam
- Voltaren
- Ansaid