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NSAIDsor nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugsDrugs that reduce inflammation and are effective against pain (see analgesic) and fever. Most are available without prescription and are usually used for short periods for mild pain. Aspirin is technically an NSAID, but the term is generally applied to a newer class of drugs, including ibuprofen and similar drugs (e.g., naproxen, ketoprofen) that, like aspirin, inhibit prostaglandin synthesis. They act with fewer side effects, but aspirin-sensitive people should not use them. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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These NSAIDs may reduce the risk that a viral respiratory infection will precipitate asthma in susceptible children and adults, Varner suggests. Because of their antiinflammatory effects, NSAIDs have been suspected of suppressing host immunity during infection, particularly GAS infection (2). In addition, we assessed whether diabetes, hypertension, and the use of NSAIDs increased the risk. |
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