Study snapshot.Approximately one in two Americans misuses common pain relievers such as ibuprofen ibuprofen (ī`by  prō'fən), nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that reduces pain, fever, and inflammation. , naproxen naproxen and naproxen sodium, potent nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID) used to alleviate the minor pain of arthritis, menstruation, headaches, and the like, and to reduce fever. , and aspirin, either taking them too
frequently or in higher-than-recommended doses, concludes a new survey
by the American College of Emergency Physicians The American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP) is the largest organization of emergency physicians in the United States. It was founded in 1968 and is now headquartered in Dallas,Texas. and the Emergency Nurses
Association. In addition, the majority of the people surveyed have never
spoken to a physician or nurse about potential side effects Side effectsEffects of a proposed project on other parts of the firm. . The survey is available on Health Affairs Web site. Misuses of Over-the-Counter Pain Relievers Take more 53% frequent doses than directed on label Take more pills per 62% dose than label recommends Do not inquire 70% about side effects Note: Table made from bar graph. |
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