NSAIDs May Adversely Affect Ovulation. A presentation at the 2015 European League Against Rheumatism (EULAR) Annual Congress, researchers warned that nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) may adversely affect ovulation. NSAIDs are among the most commonly prescribed drugs for pain and inflammation and are frequently used by … [Read more...]
Research Study Warns about Adverse Effects of NSAIDs on Ovulation
Adverse Effects of NSAIDs on Ovulation
Adverse Effects of NSAIDs on Ovulation. A presentation at the 2015 European League Against Rheumatism (EULAR) Annual Congress, researchers warned that nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) may adversely affect ovulation. NSAIDs are among the most commonly prescribed drugs for pain and inflammation and are frequently used … [Read more...]
FDA Strengthens Heart Attack and Stoke Warnings for Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has strengthened existing warnings on prescription and over-the-counter (OTC) nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) Drug Facts labels to indicate that the drugs can increase the risk of a heart attack or stroke, which can lead to death. These side effects can occur as early as the first … [Read more...]
FDA Puts Stronger Heart Attack Stroke Warning on Non-Aspirin NSAIDs
Risk Of Heart Attack And Stroke With Non-Aspirin NSAIDs. Following a review of new safety information, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has placed stronger warnings about the risk of heart attack and stroke on the labels of non-aspirin nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). NSAIDs are pain relievers that are … [Read more...]
Stronger Warning Label Placed on Non-Aspirin NSAIDs
The warning labels on non-aspirin nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are being strengthened to reflect the the risk of heart attack and stroke, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced. The agency already warned of this risk in 2005, but has updated the label after an expert panel reviewed new safety data. … [Read more...]
New Study Warns of Increased Bleeding Risk In Patients with Combined Use of Antidepressants and NSAIDs
Results of a new study from a research team in Korea indicate that the combined use of antidepressants and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), a common form of painkiller, is associated with an increased risk of intracranial bleeding. The authors write that the increased risk can occur soon after the combined use of the … [Read more...]
FDA Orders Stronger Warnings of Heart and Stroke Risks with Common Pain Relievers
After reviewing new safety information, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has requested drug makers to strengthen warnings that common painkillers like Motrin, Aleve, and Advil can increase the risk of a heart attack or stroke. These painkillers—nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs—are widely used in both prescription and … [Read more...]
