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nonsteroidal

American

[non-ste-roid-l, -sti-] / ˌnɒn stɛˈrɔɪd l, -stɪ- /

adjective

of or relating to a substance that is not a steroid but has certain similar physiological effects.

noun

any such substance, especially a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug, as ibuprofen.

Etymology

Origin of nonsteroidal

1960–65; non- + steroidal

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These include SGLT2 inhibitors, GLP-1-based therapies, and nonsteroidal mineralocorticoid receptor antagonists in people with chronic kidney disease without diabetes.

From Science Daily ● May 29, 2026

PUD can also develop from taking certain medications, specifically the class of pain relievers known as NSAIDS, or nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs.

From Salon ● Sep. 7, 2023

High on the list are nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs such as ibuprofen.

From Seattle Times ● May 25, 2022

“In recent years there have been nonsteroidal topical alternatives” that are approved by the Food and Drug Administration to treat eczema rashes, without the risk of TSW, he says.

From Washington Post ● May 16, 2022

The excessive use of aspirin or other nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs such as ibuprofen can trigger ulceration and gastritis.

From Textbooks ● Jun. 19, 2013

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