Non-opioid analgesics
Drug Safety Update
June 2023: Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs): potential risks following prolonged use after 20 weeks of pregnancy
December 2014: Ketoprofen and ketorolac: gastrointestinal risk
December 2014: NSAIDs and coxibs: balancing of cardiovascular and gastrointestinal risks
Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, (NSAIDs), are an alternative or an adjunct to opioids for relief of postoperative pain. They are inadequate as a single agent for relief of severe pain.
Diclofenac, ibuprofen and ketorolac are licensed for postoperative pain. They are all classified under "Hospital only" use for this indication
- On Formulary Preferred
- On Formulary Second Line
- On Formulary Third Line
- Specialist Initiation
- Secondary Care Only
- Not Approved for Formulary