While NSAIDs are safe for most people in recommended doses, the American Academy of Family Physicians says the following people shouldn't take these drugs unless they've consulted a doctor first:
- Anyone who takes a blood-thinning medication.
- Anyone with bleeding in the stomach, intestines or any type of bleeding disorder.
- Anyone who has stomach ulcers.
- Anyone who has liver or kidney disease.
- Anyone who consumes three or more alcoholic drinks per day.
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