Aspirin, ibuprofen might help protect against dementia, new study suggests
- Long-Term use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs like ibuprofen may lower dementia risk by 12%, according to a study from Erasmus Medical Center.
- The research analyzed 11,745 adults over 14 years and found no protective effects from short-term NSAID use.
- There is a need for more studies to further consolidate this evidence and possibly develop preventive strategies.
- The study emphasizes the need for more research and cautions against recommending long-term NSAID use due to potential adverse effects.
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Over-the-Counter Ibuprofen Can Speed Up Recovery From Concussion By 20%, Shows Study
Over-the-counter painkillers such as ibuprofen speed up the recovery from concussion, according to a new study. Concussion injury patients who took the pain reliever pills recovered 20% faster than those who did not take them, said scientists from the University of Washington in Seattle. “These results are exciting as there are limited treatment options for […] The post Over-the-Counter Ibuprofen Can Speed Up Recovery From Concussion By 20%, Sho…

Over-the-counter pain relievers linked to improved recovery from concussion
MINNEAPOLIS, March 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- People who take over-the-counter pain relievers after a concussion may recover faster than those who do not take pain relievers, according to a preliminary study released March 5, 2025, that will be presented at…
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