Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medications are commonly used to treat fever, inflammation, and pain. Among them, the most commonly recommended medications are Indomethacin, Diclofenac Sodium, and Ibuprofen. The purpose of this review is to evaluate and contrast these three NSAIDs according to their safety, effectiveness, clinical applications, and pharmacological characteristics. It mainly works by preventing the creation of prostaglandins by blocking cyclooxygenase enzymes. Their therapeutic and side effect profiles are influenced by differences in these selectivities, though. Ibuprofen is widely accessible over-the-counter, has a good safety margin, and is frequently used for mild to severe discomfort. For inflammatory diseases like arthritis, diclofenac is commonly used since it is thought to be more effective. Because of its increased potential of adverse effects, the powerful NSAID indomethacin is primarily used to treat certain illnesses like gout and ankylosing spondylitis. The chemical classification, mode of action, pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, clinical indications, and therapeutic comparisons of these medications are all examined in this article. Recent research and meta-analyses that shed light on the relative efficacy and tolerability of these medications are also examined in the review. In order to choose the best NSAID for each patient, taking into account comorbid diseases, side effects, and efficacy, it is essential to comprehend these variations. The development of NSAIDs in the future is also covered, with an emphasis on increasing effectiveness while lowering dangers to the heart, kidneys, and gastrointestinal tract.
Author: Ms. Darshana Shankar S. Saner
Language: English
Subfield: Pharmacology
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4411113686