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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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...little as one or two hours of sleep a night can have adverse effects. In the study, lead... Read more »

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Osteoarthritis: Natural Remedies

Natural RemediesGlucosamine hydrochloride and chondroitin sulfate are natural substances that are part of the building blocks found in and around cartilage. Extracts have been used in Europe for more... Read more »

Headaches: Cluster: Medications

...effectiveness. Hormones such as melatonin are powerful substances, and additional studies are needed.Glucosamine. There have been some reports that glucosamine, an alternative remedy commonly used... Read more »

Peptic Ulcers: Treatment for NSAID-Induced Ulcers

...distress. However, following numerous reports of cardiovascular events, as well as skin rashes and other adverse effects, the FDA is currently re-evaluating the relative risks and benefits of this... Read more »

Incontinence Medications

...tolterodine (Detrol LA) are proving to be especially effective. They improve continence and have fewer adverse effects than short-acting forms. According to one study of Detrol LA, the drug also... Read more »

High Blood Pressure: Medications

...in a step-down manner (gradual reduction) and be monitored regularly. Stopping too quickly can have adverse effects, including serious effects on the heart. The highest success rates are more... Read more »

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