Glossary

NSAIDs

NSAIDs

NSAR·Also: nicht-steroidale Antirheumatika

NSAID stands for non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, a group of pain relievers and anti-inflammatory medications such as ibuprofen or diclofenac. They work against pain, fever, and inflammation without containing cortisone.

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