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Health Encyclopedia: Osteoarthritis Medications

Medications

Many medications are available for relieving the symptoms of osteoarthritis. A major analysis indicated that drug therapy is generally more effective than non-drug treatments (surgery, acupuncture). The following are some of the medications used in mild to severe cases:

Acetaminophen
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) or COX-2 inhibitors
Capsaicin
Tramadol
Narcotic pain relievers (oxycodone, oxymorphone, or morphine)
Glucosamine and chondroitin (see Natural Remedies section)

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Peptic Ulcers: Treatment for NSAID-Induced Ulcers

...number of drugs are used to treat NSAID-caused ulcers. PPIs -- omeprazole (Prilosec), lansoprazole (Prevacid), or esomeprazole (Nexium) -- are used most often. Other drugs that may be useful... Read more »

Rheumatoid Arthritis: Medications

...ulcers caused by NSAIDs. PPIs include omeprazole (Prilosec), esomeprazole (Nexium), and lansoprazole (Prevacid).COX-2 Inhibitors (Coxibs). Coxibs inhibit an inflammation-promoting enzyme called... Read more »

Back Pain and Sciatica: Medications and Alternative Treatments

...NSAIDs. Proton-pump inhibitors include omeprazole (Prilosec), esomeprazole (Nexium), and lansoprazole (Prevacid).An ulcer is a crater-like lesion on the skin or mucous membrane that is caused by... Read more »

GERD, Acid Reflux, Heartburn Medications

...over-the-counter without a prescription. Newer prescription oral PPIs include esomeprazole (Nexium), lansoprazole (Prevacid), rabeprazole (Aciphex), and pantoprazole (Protonix).Studies report... Read more »

Peptic Ulcers: Medications

...prevention and treatment include:Omeprazole (Generic, Prilosec OTC)Esomeprazole (Nexium)Lansoprazole (Prevacid)Rabeprazole (Aciphex)Possible Adverse Effects.Side effects are uncommon but may... Read more »

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