Increased risk of venous thromboembolism among NSAIDs users, study shows
http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2014/09/140924212035.htm
From the article:
There is a statistically significant increased risk of venous thromboembolism — a condition which includes deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolism — among users of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, a study concludes. NSAIDs are one of the most commonly used medications around the world, and they are already well-known for their potential adverse effects.
Pulmonary embolism can be FATAL
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Dont forget the GI side effects which can lead to bleeds….bad news in elderly patients