Treating osteoarthritis

Osteoarthritis sufferers have traditionally relied on "non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs" (NSAIDs) to reduce joint pain and swelling. However, because continued use of such NSAIDs as aspirin and ibuprofen often leads to gastrointestinal problems, drug makers turned their attention to developing a form of NSAID known as a COX-2 selective inhibitor. This drug selectively targets COX-2, which is an enzyme directly responsible for inflammation and pain. While this type of NSAID has been found to produce less stomach upset than other NSAIDs, COX-2 selective inhibitors are associated with an increased risk of blood clots that can lead to heart attack and stroke. For this reason, celecoxib (Celebrex) should be taken in the smallest possible dose for the shortest possible period.

HINT: Celecoxib (Celebrex) is non-narcotic and can also be used to provide fast-acting relief of rheumatoid arthritis pain and acute pain.

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