nonsteroidal

[ non-ste-roid-l, -sti- ]

adjective

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

noun

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

Word History and Origins

Origin of nonsteroidal¹

1960–65; non- + steroidal

Example Sentences

Even common pain medications like nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, such as ibuprofen, cause tens of thousands of hospitalizations and thousands of deaths each year from gastrointestinal damage.

From Salon

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

From Salon

It can also be caused by excessive use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs such as ibuprofen, naproxen and high-dose aspirin.

From Seattle Times

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

From Seattle Times

Managing pain with steroids and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, like ibuprofen, can actually turn a wrenched back into a chronic condition, the study found.

From New York Times