Nonsteroidal drugs used in the treatment of inflammation.
An understanding of the basic mechanisms of inflammation aids in providing rational therapy to our patients. This article discusses both the inflammatory process and drugs used to reduce its intensity. The commonly used drug aspirin, as well as other less frequently employed medications, are described. There is an emphasis on clinical use of these agents, including appropriate dosages and precautions.
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Department of Biomedical Sciences, Ontario Veterinary College, University of Guelph, Ontario, Canada.
D000818:Animals; D000894:Anti-Inflammatory Agents, Non-Steroidal / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D002371:Cat Diseases / Q000188:drug therapy* / Q000503:physiopathology; D002415:Cats; D004283:Dog Diseases / Q000188:drug therapy* / Q000503:physiopathology; D004285:Dogs; D007249:Inflammation / Q000188:drug therapy / Q000503:physiopathology / Q000662:veterinary*
D000894:Anti-Inflammatory Agents, Non-Steroidal