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Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs

Dr J Sylvester, MBChB MRCP1†

1Speciality Doctor, Barnsley Hospital, UK

Edited by: Dr Alex Konstantatos, Anaesthesia Consultant, The Alfred, Australia

†Corresponding author email: sylvesterj@doctors.org.uk

Published 18 June 2019

Abstract

Non steroidal inflammatory drugs are an effective simple analgesic medication that all anaesthetists should be familiar with. Although highly effective they have a complex mode of action and many possible side effects and drug interactions. It is vital to know the basic pharmacology when prescribing these medications to avoid any complications.

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