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The medications used to treat arthritis vary depending on the type of arthritis. Commonly used arthritis medications include: Analgesics. These medications help reduce pain, but have no effect on inflammation. Examples include acetaminophen (Tylenol, others), tramadol (Ultram, Ultracet, others) and narcotics containing oxycodone (Percocet, Oxycontin, others) or hydrocodone (Norco, Vicoprofen, others).
Arthritis treatment Arthritis treatment Treatment for arthritis depends on the underlying cause. In some cases, physical therapy and surgery are needed. However, most arthritis management includes medication. The best option for joint pain and stiffness is often a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). Advertisement. NSAIDs NSAIDs Unlike acetaminophen, which only relieves pain, NSAIDs are drugs that both relieve pain and reduce inflammation.