Celebrex, Naproxen Won't Prevent Mental Decline
New findings suggest daily use of naproxen might even harm cognitive function
Posted May 12, 2008
Dr. Gary Kennedy is director of geriatric psychiatry at Montefiore Medical Center in New York City. Regarding this particular area of anti-inflammatory research as it pertains to cognitive problems, he said, "It's not strike three, but it's strike two for sure. The inflammatory model was a reasonable shot to begin with, but it was a long shot. [Inflammation] may be a side effect."
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There's more on cognitive decline at the Alzheimer's Association.
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