Preparing questions in advance can help patients have more meaningful discussions with their physicians regarding their conditions. Patients may wish to ask their doctor the following questions about anti-inflammatory drugs:

1. What kinds of my pain can be treated with anti-inflammatory drugs?
   
   
2. Which other of my conditions can anti-inflammatory drugs treat?
   
   
3. Is it safe for me to take anti-inflammatories if I have stomach problems, kidney disease, liver disease, diabetes, osteoporosis, high blood pressure or other conditions of concern?
   
   
4. Are anti-inflammatories available to me in prescription dosages to treat more substantial pain?
   
   
5. What is the name of my drug and the dosage?
   
   
6. When, how and how often should I take it? 
   
   
7. Can this drug conflict with my other medications?
   
   
8. What side effects might I experience when taking anti-inflammatory drugs?
   
   
9. Are there any serious side effects that could require me to seek emergency medical attention?
   
   
10. How careful do I need to be when using anti-inflammatories?
    
    
11. I heard about an FDA warning regarding certain types of anti-inflammatory drugs. Are these drugs safe for me?