What exactly are the differences between pain killers like the verious Tylanols and NSAID drugs like Celebrex and the withdrawn Vioxx? Why do NSAID drugs require a doctor's prescription and why are the so much more expensive than ordinary pain killers?
2006-07-27 16:53:10 · 3 answers · asked by KS 1 in Health ➔ Other - Health
NSAIDs stand for Non Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs. They aren't steroids, which is good, and they reduce inflammation & swelling. They are commonly prescribed for arthritis conditions. Tylenol works differently than the NSAIDs and targets pain, not swelling & pain both.
Ibuprofen is an NSAID and doesn't require a prescription. Some do require a doctor's prescription probably because they can be dangerous if you take too many. Not sure why they are more expensive-- probably because they are newer and made of more complicated ingredients (so it costs more to make them?).
NSAIDs are supposed to be easier on your stomach than other painkillers, but as in the case of Vioxx, they can have other complications.
2006-07-27 17:14:31 · answer #1 · answered by sarennah 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Celebrex and vioxx might be dangerous to your health and should not be taken unless necessary
2006-07-28 00:17:27 · answer #2 · answered by bettyboop 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
nsaid are just for inflamtion and you can buy some over the counter
2006-07-27 23:57:11 · answer #3 · answered by Sandra K 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋