Health Tip: Who Shouldn't Take NSAIDs

(HealthDay News) -- Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, also known as NSAIDs, are medicines commonly used to treat pain and swelling.

NSAIDs -- which include drugs like ibuprofen, naproxen and aspirin -- are available both by prescription and over-the-counter.

The American Academy of Family Physicians says NSAIDs are not for everyone. They should not be taken by people who:

• Take any sort of blood-thinning drug, or have a bleeding disorder.
• Tend to have stomach bleeding, or peptic ulcers.
• Have liver or kidney disease.
• Consume at least three alcoholic beverages each day.

-- Diana Kohnle

Last Updated: Feb. 13, 2007

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