Nonsteroid anti-inflammatory drugs such as aspirin and ibuprofen reduce fever and decrease inflammation and pain by directly inhibiting prostaglandin synthesis.

Nonsteroid Anti-Inflammatory Drugs

Medications that reduce inflammation and pain, without the use of steroids, often used to treat conditions like arthritis.

Prostaglandin Synthesis

The biochemical process by which prostaglandins, which are lipid compounds with diverse hormone-like effects, such as inflammation or blood flow regulation, are produced in the body.

Aspirin

A medication used to reduce pain, fever, or inflammation. It has also been used in the prevention of heart attacks and strokes.