Question

A 52-year-old with PUD-related UGIB stabilized with endoscopic hemostasis asks about NSAIDs for arthritis. Best approach?

Accepted Answer

Avoid NSAIDs if possible; if necessary, use COX-2 selective with PPI at lowest dose

Answer

NSAIDs are safe without protection

Answer

Switch to aspirin

Answer

Use H2 blocker only

Answer

Stop all analgesics

Practice question

A 52-year-old with PUD-related UGIB stabilized with endoscopic hemostasis asks about NSAIDs for arthritis. Best approach?