Is there any role for topical non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs in the treatment of mild to moderate musculoskeletal pain in a Lebanese community pharmacy?

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Table 4 Reported systemic and local side effects in the 3 groups

Systemic SE
Increase in blood pressure—no.
Topical	0
Systemic	7
Combination	1
Gastric upset—no.
Topical	0
Systemic	23
Combination	15
Local SE
Dryness—no.
Topical	2
Systemic	0
Combination	0
Itching—no.
Topical	3
Systemic	0
Combination	0
Stinging—no.
Topical	2
Systemic	0
Combination	0

Local and systemic side effects were assessed during follow-up dates. Gastric upset was characterized by epigastric pain, heartburn, stomach discomfort, bloating, nausea and vomiting
no Number of enrolled patients, SE side effects