
Common pain relievers may raise heart disease and stroke risk, doctors warn
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NSAIDs, including ibuprofen and naproxen, have been linked to elevated blood pressure and cardiovascular risks. Doctors reveal safer pain relief options.
"All NSAIDs should be used at the lowest effective dose for the shortest duration." Melissa Rudy is senior health editor and a member of the lifestyle team at Fox News Digital. Story tips can be sent to melissa.rudy@fox.com.
NSAIDs (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) — which are used to reduce pain, fever and inflammation — have been pinpointed as the class of medicines most linked to elevated cardiovascular risk.
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