blood pressure, heart disease, previous stroke, kidney problems, or multiple medications—should know which drugs deserve a closer conversation with their healthcare provider.
Here are five important examples.
- NSAID Pain Relievers: Ibuprofen and Naproxen
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, better known as NSAIDs, are among the most commonly used pain relievers.
Examples include:
Ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin)
Naproxen (Aleve)
Diclofenac
Celecoxib
They can be useful for arthritis, back pain, headaches, and inflammation.
But they also deserve particular attention when it comes to cardiovascular health.
The FDA warns that non-aspirin NSAIDs can increase the risk
