NonOp · Visit questions

Anti-inflammatory pain relievers (NSAIDs)

Bring the questions that matter to you to your next appointment.

• How would an NSAID compare with other options for my pain?
• Is my risk of stomach, kidney or heart problems high enough that I should add a stomach-protecting medicine, use a different NSAID, or avoid NSAIDs?
• What dose should I take, and for how long?
• I take low-dose aspirin, a blood thinner, or blood pressure pills. How can I use an NSAID safely with them, if at all?
• Would an NSAID gel on the skin be an option for my pain?
• Should my blood pressure or kidney function be checked while I take it?
• What symptoms mean I should stop and call you?