An<unk> is any member of the group of drugs used to relieve or prevent arthritic symptoms, such as joint pain and joint stiffness. Depending on the<unk> drug class, it can be responsible for managing pain, reducing inflammation and/or acting as an immunosuppressant. These drugs are typically given orally, topically or through administration by injection. The choice of<unk> medication is often determined by the type/nature of arthritis, the severity of symptoms as well as other factors, such as the tolerability of side effects. A dorsal view of the hand, revealed swelling of the finger joints, indicative of an underlying inflammatory process at the proximal interphalangeal joints Common<unk> drug classes include the following: disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs, biologic response modifiers, analgesics, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, and corticosteroids. Signs of Arthritis. Swelling of the ankle joints which is indicative of an underlying inflammatory process.
Antiarthritics
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug
Steroid
Beta-lactam antibiotics
Anticorticosteroid
Antipyretic
Disease-modifying antirheumatic drug
Lipase inhibitors