Anti Inflammatories Non Steroidal
Alternatives to NSAIDs
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As NSAIDs can cause troublesome side effects, alternatives are often recommended first.
The main alternative for pain relief is paracetamol , which is available over the counter and is safe for most people to take.
NSAID creams and gels that you rub into your skin may be worth trying first if youhave muscle or joint pain in a particular part of your body, as they tend to have fewer side effects than tablets or capsules.
Your doctor may also be able to recommenddifferent medicines and therapies depending on the condition you have. For example, physiotherapy may help some people with muscle or joint pain.
- Anti-inflammatory
- Anti-inflammatory medicines reduce swelling and inflammation.
- Fever
- A fever is when you have a high body temperature (over 38C or 100.4F).
- Inflammation
- Inflammation is the body's response to infection, irritation or injury, which causes redness, swelling, pain and sometimes a feeling of heat in the affected area.
- Joints
- Joints are the connection point between two bones that allow movement.
- Migraines
- A migraine is type of recurring headache. It is usually accompanied by nausea, vomiting and sensitivity to light and sound.
