NSAIDs - Non-Steroid Anti-Inflammatory Drugs Explained
Medications that work to reduce inflammation come in two major categories:
Steroids (e.g. Cortisone) and
NSAIDs. The acronym for short,
NSAID (pronounced en-sayds) stands for
Non-
Steroidal
Anti-
Inflammatory
Drug.
NSAIDs is a term you will see often in popular arthritis medication descriptions for products used to treat hip dysplasia and arthritis in animals.
NSAID medications are usually prescribed to provide both analgesic pain relief and to reduce joint inflammation. NSAIDs
can be particulary useful in treating inflammatory forms of arthritis and are
usually available in both prescription (e.g. rimadyl) and non-prescription varieties (e.g. vetrin aspirin).
NSAID's work by affecting chemicals in the body which cause inflammation, unfortunately
these same groups of chemicals are involved in the stomach as well, consequently NSAID useage can
sometimes lead to indigestion or stomach ulcers. Often the more effective an NSAID is at reducing
inflammation the harder it will be on the stomach. NSAID's may not be suitable for some pets
including those with stomach issues, high blood pressure or asthma. Consequently, their useage should
not be taken lightly.
As always, before you make a decision on any product, prescription or non-prescription,
you should visit with your veterinarian first regarding possible benefits,
all
possible side effects
& wether or not an NSAID is the best choice for your pet.
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