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Anti-inflammatories also relieve pain
analgesic
reduce elevated body temperature
antipyretic
inhibit platelet aggregation
anticoagulant
these drugs have potent anti-inflammatory effects that mimic the effects of corticosteroids (cortisone)
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the oldest anti-inflammatory drug
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protects stomach lining and regulates blood platelets
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trigger inflammation and pain
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loss of stomach lining protection=ulcer and prevent blood clotting
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reduces pain and suppresses inflammation
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for RA, gouty arthritis and osteoarthritis
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Study Notes
Anti-Inflammatory Effects
- Relieve pain and reduce elevated body temperature
- Inhibit platelet aggregation, mimicking the effects of corticosteroids (cortisone)
- Oldest anti-inflammatory drug: protects stomach lining and regulates blood platelets
Potential Consequences
- Loss of stomach lining protection leads to ulcer and prevents blood clotting
- Trigger inflammation and pain
Therapeutic Uses
- Reduce pain and suppress inflammation for conditions such as:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)
- Gouty Arthritis
- Osteoarthritis
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