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Opioids No Better than NSAIDs for Chronic Back or Arthritis Pain

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Last updated on: March 8, 2018

Acetaminophen, aspirin and other NSAID medications are better than opioids for dealing with chronic back, hip or knee pain, a U.S. study indicates. Opioids are no better than NSAIDs at reducing pain intensity involving daily activities such as walking, exercising,… [read]

NSAIDs Study Shows Side Effects are Worse Than Original Ailments

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Last updated on: May 19, 2017

A systematic review of studies that involved nearly half a million people concluded that people who used nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are at increased risk of heart attacks. People who used a higher dose of NSAIDs were at greater risk.… [read]

NSAIDs Warning – These Drugs Are Not Safe (Motrin, Advil, Naproxen…)

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Last updated on: July 21, 2017

The prevailing beliefs around pharmaceuticals in America are that prescription drugs are safe if used according to directions, over-the-counter drugs are even safer – that’s why they don’t require a prescription, and pharmaceutical complications are rare. Drugs aren’t as safe… [read]