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Treatment Options
Non-steroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs
- Properties: Fever reduction and prevention of inflammation.
- Recommended users: Individuals with mild symptoms of lupus, including fever, arthritis, muscle pain, and swelling.
- Common side effects: Stomach upset, headache, heartburn, and fluid retention. Some individuals may develop kidney or liver inflammation with chronic use of NSAIDs. It is important that individuals stay in close contact with their health care provider while taking an NSAID.
Drugs in the class
Piroxicam (Feldene)
Diclofenac (Voltaren)
Etodolac (Lodine)
Ketoprofen (Orudis, Oruvail)
Naproxen (Aleve, Anaprox, Anaprox DS, EC-Naprosyn, Naprelan, Naprosyn)
Etodolac ER (Lodine XL)
Indomethacin SR (Indocin SR)
Oxaprozin (Daypro)
Sulindac (Clinoril)
Ibuprofen (Advil, Advil Liqui-Gels, Advil Migraine, Genpril, Haltran, Junior Strength Advil, Junior Strength Motrin, Menadol, Midol Maximum Strength Cramp Formula, Motrin, Motrin IB, Motrin Migrain Pain, Nuprin, Rufen)
Indomethacin (Indocin) |
Note: The above information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist, or other healthcare professional. It is not intended to diagnose a health condition, but it can be used as a guide to help you decide if you should seek professional treatment or to help you learn more about your condition once it has been diagnosed.
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