Definition
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs are pain and inflammation medicines with drug-specific bleeding, kidney, gastrointestinal, cardiovascular, and interaction considerations. Human evidence on bone healing is mixed and depends on indication, drug, dose, duration, and study design. Do not stop, start, or substitute an NSAID without the treating and prescribing teams' medication plan. [1]
Aliases
non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs
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Sources
- Chuang PY et al. - Do NSAIDs affect bone healing rate, delay union, or cause non-union: an updated systematic review and meta-analysisAcademic journalAccessed 2026-07-12
Informational only. Not medical advice.