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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

  • Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drug
  • Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory

Hypernyms

  • Anti-inflammatory Drug
  • Anti-inflammatory

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
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