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1 Μαΐ 2023 · NSAIDs are a class of medications used to treat pain, fever, and other inflammatory processes. This activity describes the indications, mechanism of action, administration, adverse effects, contraindications, monitoring, and important points for providers regarding NSAIDs.
Short-term treatment of mild to moderate pain associated with inflammation. NSAIDs are effective for musculoskeletal pain, such as muscle and joint pain, dental pain, post-operative pain, muscle strains and headache. For rapid pain relief, NSAIDs with a fast
20 Νοε 2023 · Consider potential benefits and risks of mefenamic acid therapy as well as alternative therapies before initiating therapy with the drug. Use lowest possible effective dosage and shortest duration of therapy consistent with patient’s treatment goals.
Mefenamic acid, an anthranilic acid derivative, is a member of the fenamate group of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). It exhibits anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and antipyretic activities. Similar to other NSAIDs, mefenamic acid inhibits prostaglandin synthetase.
13 Ιαν 2016 · NSAID Classes. FDA. COX-2 Selective (includes Bextra, Celebrex, and Vioxx) and Non-Selective Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs). Available at https://www.fda.gov/Drugs/DrugSafety/PostmarketDrugSafetyInformationforPatientsandProviders/ucm103420.htm#list. Accessed: May 15, 2020.
7 Σεπ 2017 · The six classes are listed below along with the drugs in each class. Also review the background information below this tool. For example, patients with both high cardiovascular risk factors and high gastrointestional risk factors should not be treated with an NSAID.
Mefenamic acid is commonly used to treat mild to moderate pain, including pain caused by menstrual cramps. Mefenamic acid may also be used for other conditions as determined by your healthcare provider. How does mefenamic acid work (mechanism of action)?
