OTC NSAIDs: Patient counseling on safe use is essential
KEY POINT
Patients purchasing OTC NSAIDs should be educated on potential adverse reactions such as gastrointestinal (GI) events, cardiovascular (CV) risks, and renal toxicity, as well as potential drug–drug interactions, according to a recently published comprehensive review.
SOURCES
Moore N et al. Adverse drug reactions and drug–drug interactions with over-the-counter NSAIDs. Ther Clin Risk Manag. 2015;11:1061–75.
