Pharmacy
NSAID medical abbreviation
NSAID means "nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug".
Each meaning matched at least two public references (2 in all for NSAID), checked October 23, 2026. The table lists them.
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What NSAID means
| Meaning | Latin origin | Where used | Checked against |
|---|---|---|---|
| nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug | None | Prescriptions, Pharmacy |
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Sample pharmacy note: "NSAID counseling done."
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Questions
What does NSAID mean in medical terms?
NSAID means "nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug".
Where is NSAID used?
NSAID shows up in prescriptions and pharmacy. Its category here is pharmacy.
Is NSAID on the Joint Commission Do Not Use list?
No. NSAID is not on the Joint Commission Do Not Use list or the ISMP error-prone list as checked on October 23, 2026.