Understanding Anti-inflammatory Effects and Their Significance

Anti-inflammatory effects refer to the ability of substances to reduce inflammation in the body, alleviating pain and promoting healing.
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Prepared by Shruti Sahoo, reviewed by Dr. Eugene Smith

Anti-inflammatory Effects FAQ


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What is an anti inflammatory drug?

Anti-inflammatory or antiphlogistic is the property of a substance or treatment that reduces inflammation or swelling. Anti-inflammatory drugs, also called anti-inflammatories, make up about half of analgesics.

What are anti-inflammatory tablets used for?

Anti-inflammatory tablets are used to treat arthritis, sprains, painful periods and other painful conditions. Most people have no trouble taking these tablets. However, some people develop side-effects which can sometimes be serious.

What are anti-inflammatory drugs & how do they work?

Anti-inflammatory drugs, also called anti-inflammatories, make up about half of analgesics. These drugs remedy pain by reducing inflammation as opposed to opioids, which affect the central nervous system to block pain signaling to the brain.

Do anti-inflammatories have any side-effects?

Most people who take anti-inflammatories have no side-effects, or only minor ones. When taken appropriately, the benefit usually far outweighs the potential harms. In particular, many people take a short course of an anti-inflammatory for all sorts of painful conditions.

How does inflammation affect the body?

Inflammation is part of the body’s healing response to an intruder. When the body senses a pathogen, irritant, or foreign object that penetrates the skin, it starts an immune response to remove that intruder. The best medication depends on the severity and cause of the inflammation.

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