• Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are a group of medications that people commonly use to help reduce pain and inflammation.
• Experts are interested in how NSAIDs may affect dementia risk.
• One study found that the use of NSAIDs for over 2 years was associated with a lower risk for dementia, while use for less time was associated with a slight increase in dementia risk.

Written by Jessica Freeborn on March 13, 2025 — Fact checked by Jill Seladi-Schulman, Ph.D.

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