Antiarthritic

Antiarthritic medicines are drugs used to reduce the pain and inflammation associated with arthritis. These medicines are divided into two main categories: nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs (DMARDs). NSAIDs are the most commonly used type of antiarthritic medicine. They work by blocking the action of certain enzymes that are involved in the production of substances that cause inflammation and pain. NSAIDs are effective in reducing the symptoms of arthritis, but they do not slow down the progression of the disease. DMARDs are a more targeted type of antiarthritic medicine. These medicines are used to slow down the progression of the disease and to prevent joint damage. DMARDs work by targeting specific molecules involved in the immune response that cause inflammation and joint damage. These medicines can be used in combination with other treatments to reduce the symptoms of arthritis and to slow down the progression of the disease. Overall, antiarthritic medicines are used to reduce the pain and inflammation associated with arthritis. They can be used in combination with other treatments to slow down the progression of the disease and to prevent joint damage.