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Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDS)
Two-thirds of people with RA rank pain as their primary reason for seeking professional help. The most common pain relievers for RA are nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). These drugs block prostaglandins, the substances that dilate blood vessels and cause inflammation and pain. There are dozens of NSAIDs. They include:
- Over-the-counter NSAIDs include aspirin, ibuprofen (Motrin IB, Advil, Nuprin, Rufen), naproxen (Aleve), ketoprof...
Expert & Community Posts
FDA Delays Approval of Actemra
By Christine Miller , Health Expert...manufacturers that make the TNF-Inhibitors (such as Humira and Enbrel). It is projected to... Read more »
Are There Any Arthritis Drugs that Slow Down Joint Deterioration?
By Mark Borigini, M.D. , Health Expert...in the United States include Enbrel, Remicade, and Humira. Orencia is also indicated for those... Read more »
Mild Sleep Deprivation
By Florence Cardinal , Health Expert...little as one or two hours of sleep a night can have adverse effects. In the study, lead... Read more »
New Treatments for Erectile Dysfunction: Gene Therapy
By Jerry Kennard , Health Expert...Melman. During phase 1 of testing with 11 men, no adverse effects were seen. Positive effects... Read more »
Another Reason Why Stress is Bad for Us
By Christine Miller , Health Expert...which biobehavioral mechanisms will counteract the adverse effects of stress. It is also... Read more »
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Crohn's Disease: Medications
...liver failure; and aplastic anemiaAdalimumab. The Food and Drug administration approved adalimumab (Humira) early in 2007 for treating adult patients with moderate-to-severe Crohn's disease. Like... Read more »Psoriasis: Other Medications
...clinic. Patients with a history of infection or heart failure should not take this drug.Adalimumab (Humira) is another TNF-blocker. It is being tested in clinical trials for treatment of psoriasis... 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 »Images
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