Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) often used for osteoarthritis pain may actually exacerbate inflammation in arthritic knee joints, a new study suggests. The study suggests that widely prescribed anti-inflammatory drugs such as naproxen and ibuprofen may actually increase swelling and discomfort in the knee joint over time.
While NSAIDs can provide benefits, they come with a number of potential risks (such as kidney damage) and side effects such as a number of stomach problems, increased blood pressure, allergic reactions, bruising or bleeding, dizziness, balance problems, and problems with concentration.
Click here to read the summary of the study to determine if you should review your usage of NSAIDs with your doctor.