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Are ibuprofen and aleve equivalent nsaids compared to etodolac for treatment of osteoarthritis?

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Dr. Christine Hom answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

NSAIDs: NSAIDs like ibuprofen, naproxen sodium and etodolac have slight ly different properties and side effects. Any patient may respond better to one or another - see which works best for you in. terms of how often you can take the drug and what side effects like stomach upset you experience. Good luck.

Dr Rhoads agreed

Answered 3/9/2017

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