Arthritis Medications - Are They Working?

Typically, doctors prescribe arthritis medications to help control the disease. There are several categories of arthritis medications, including NSAIDs (nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs), analgesics (pain medications), DMARDs (disease-modifying anti-rheumatic drugs), biologics, and corticosteroids.

While no one really likes to take medication, people with arthritis tend to be compliant with doctor's orders. They want to manage their disease and follow treatment recommendations, hoping the prescribed medications will be effective. Because arthritis can be a chronic disease, some people often stay on their medications for years.

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