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Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs)
Examples
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) you can buy without a prescription (not a complete list)
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Aspirin is another example of an NSAID that you can buy without a prescription. But aspirin works differently from these other NSAIDs. See the topic Reference Aspirin for more information.
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Voltaren is available in a pill and also in a gel that can be rubbed on the skin over a painful area.
If your doctor prescribed NSAIDs, take them exactly as prescribed. Call your doctor if you have any problems with your medicine. Always read and follow all instructions on the label.
| By: | Reference Healthwise Staff | Last Revised: May 14, 2012 |
| Medical Review: | Reference William H. Blahd, Jr., MD, FACEP - Emergency Medicine
Reference Robert B. Keller, MD - Orthopedics |
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