- Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are a group of medications that people commonly use to help reduce pain and inflammation.
- Experts are interested in how NSAIDs may affect dementia risk.
- One study found that the use of NSAIDs for over 2 years was associated with a lower risk for dementia, while use for less time was associated with a slight increase in dementia risk.
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are common medications, such as ibuprofen, that can help with pain, fevers, and inflammation.
While highly useful for symptom relief, experts are also interested in the potential long-term effects.
After analyzing data from…