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    Karen Lee Richards

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    posted 06/30/2009, comments (3)

    New Pain Medication Guideline for Elderly Patients

    The American Geriatrics Society has issued an updated guideline for treating chronic pain patients aged 75 and older.  According to the new guideline, NSAIDs (non-steroidal anti-inflammatories) should be “considered rarely, and with extreme caution, in highly selected individuals.”  This contradicts the AGS's previous 2002... Read moreChevron
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    4 Myths About Anti-Inflammatory Medications (NSAIDs) Busted!

    Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs(NSAIDs) are the most prescribed medications in the world, but are also the most misunderstood medications. Here are some of the myths about NSAID's busted.   1. Some Work Better than Others: All anti-inflammatory medications (ibuprofen/Advil, naproxen sodium/Aleve, Celebrex, etc.) can be equally... Read moreChevron
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