You might think nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are all over the counter, like ibuprofen and naproxen.
Some NSAIDs have higher strengths that require a prescription, and others are available by prescription only, regardless of the dose. In this video, learn what prescriptions NSAIDs are and what they can help treat.
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Lauren Smith, MALauren Smith, MA, has worked in health journalism since 2017. Before joining GoodRx, she was the senior health editor and writer for HealthiNation.
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Alexandra Schwarz, MDAlexandra Schwarz, MD, is a board-eligible sleep medicine physician and a board-certified family medicine physician. She is a member of both the AASM and the ABFM.
