Aspirin and the related NSAR drugs act on the arachidonic acid biosynthesis cascade, which plays a central role in the onset of pain and inflammation. They thus prevent the synthesis of specific prostaglandins, which are essential for vital bodily functions. Aspirin is one of the non steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (known as NSAIDs) medicine but it does not increase the chance of a heart attack. Aspirin can cause bleeding in the brain, stomach, and intestines.

NSAIDs are sometimes also referred to as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agents/analgesics (NSAIAs). The most prominent member of this group of drugs is Ibuprofen (Advil and Motrin).

Aspirin as prescribed by your doctor for reasons such as heart attack or stroke prevention (i.e., non-arthritis doses, between 81-325 mg per day) should be discussed with your doctor before combining with this medicine. Caution is advised when using this medicine in the elderly because they may be more sensitive to the side effects of this medicine, especially stomach bleeding and kidney effects. Aspirin generally isn\'t usually prescribed for pain and can be very dangerous for children under 16 to take. Aspirin and the other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) inhibit cyclooxygenases, leading to a decrease in prostaglandin production.

Aspirin and the related NSAR drugs act on the arachidonic acid biosynthesis cascade, which plays a central role in the onset of pain and inflammation. They thus prevent the synthesis of specific prostaglandins, which are essential for vital bodily functions

NSAIDs can be used as simple pain killers (analgesics), but paracetamol is usually preferable, as it is likely to have less unwanted effects, and costs less. They are most useful in conditions which cause inflammation. NSAIDs also come as creams and gels that you rub into your skin for joint or muscle pain. You can rub these gently into the painful area three or four times a day for up to a week to relieve pain. NSAIDs have less potential for abuse than opioids; physical dependence on these medications has not been reported.

NSAIDs may cause side effects. The most common are stomach upset, heartburn, and nausea. NSAIDs should not be taken while undergoing Prolotherapy because they inhibit the inflammation caused by the treatment. For that matter, anyone with chronic pain should consider stopping NSAIDs and starting Prolotherapy.

NSAIDs can also increase your risk of serious effects on the stomach or intestines, including bleeding or perforation (forming of a hole). These conditions can be fatal and gastrointestinal effects can occur without warning at any time while you are taking an NSAID.

Inflammation is a hot topic in medical research. San Diego found a link between inflammation and cancer in the form of a specific protein. Inflammation is simply a physiologic response process generated by the body in response to injury, infection, or irritation. In acute stages, the inflammatory process is vital to the healing process; however, chronic inflammation can increase disease- associated morbidity. Inflammatory is tightly related to immunity . Berberine (or plant material containing berberine) has also been documented as having anti-microbial, antitumour and anti-inflammatory properties as an oral medicine.

Patients must address all medical concerns with their physicians. This article is provided strictly for entertainment use only, has been written by a non-medical expert and must not be relied on.