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NSAIDS
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Examples | -proxem (Aleve) Torodal Celebrax Meloxicam -profen (motrin, advil) |
| actions | anti-inflammatory anaglesic antipyretic Cebrex blocKs COX-2( triggers pain) while sparing COX-1( stomach lining) LOWERS BAD ENZYMES |
| uses | Pain rellated to musculoskeletal disorders mild to moderate pain fever reduction menstral cramps |
| precaution/ contraindications | Allergy to sulfa peptic/ gastric ulcers GI bleeding history |
| side effects | Nausea drowsiness stomatis |
| Adverse effects | GI bleeding Intestinal ulceration Diplopia ( double vision) increased risk of MI/ stroke ( MONITOR) |
| interaction | coumadin( warfin) caution to renal or liver impairment |
| signs and symptoms | Moderate to severe abdominal pain easy bruising* |
| treatment | discontinue the medication |
| patient teaching | administer with food or milk may take several weeks for full effect |
| what does Cebrex do ? | aids platelet aggregation, maintains kidney blood flow |