Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs at Howden Medical Practice

Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medicines are used to treat arthritis and other conditions that cause pain and inflammation. They include diclofenac, ibuprofen and naproxen.

As with any medicine, they can cause side effects in some people.  Most side effects are mild, but rarely they can be serious. The risks are lower with anti-inflammatory gels or creams.

You should always use the lowest dose of anti-inflammatory medicine that controls your symptoms and stop taking the medicine if it is no longer needed.