Doctor Furlan explains what are nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drugs like aspirin, naproxen, diclofenac, ibuprofen and celecoxib. Dr. Furlan shows the indications and contraindications for these medications. How to use them for pain, chronic pain, migraines, headaches, menstrual cramps and acute pain.

She answers questions about mixing antiinflammatories, safety for children, during pregnancy and for elderly people.

Dr. Furlan explains that some antiinflammatories are different in terms of side effects, complications and toxicity. It is important to remember that acetaminophen is not an antiinflammatory but Dr. Furlan includes this drug in this video because there is a lot of confusion about what acetaminophen is. And she explains the potential poisoning by acetaminophen (Tylenol).

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She answers these questions:
1) How antiinflammatory medications are different, is one better than the other?
2) Can I mix antiinflammatory?
3) Can I use an NSAID if I have high blood pressure?
4) Are NSAIDs safe for children?

00:00 Introduction
01:08 What is inflammation?
02:50 Why do we need antiinflammatory drugs?
03:03 Steroidal and nonsteroidal antiinflammatories
03:18 Results of youtube survey
04:33 Aspirin, Reye's syndrome
06:10 Naproxen, arthritis, and chronic pain
07:39 Ibuprofen and headaches
08:20 Diclofenac in pregnancy
09:10 Cox1 and Cox2 and stomach bleeds
09:53 Celecoxib and gastrointestinal problems
10:24 Headache and migraine, triptans.
11:09 Side effects of NSAIDs
12:37 Acetaminophen, paracetamol, tylenol, poisoning
14:25 Mixing NSAIDs and acetaminophen. Treating fever.
15:46 Disclaimer

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ALERT: This video is not intended to replace medical
advice. If you think you have a condition that is
causing you pain, please consult with your doctor
to get a diagnosis and a treatment plan for you.
The intent of this video is only for educational
purposes.
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