The use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs for the relief of pain in laboratory rodents and rabbits

Abstract

The data concerning the use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and evidence for their efficacy in laboratory rats and mice are reviewed. This information is then extrapolated to clinical situations and dose rates that take account of ulcerogenic side effects are recommended. NSAIDs have the potential to be a very useful group of analgesics and should always be considered when attempting to provide pain relief in laboratory animals. © 1992, Royal Society of Medicine Press. All rights reserved.