Email a Friend
Print ArticleUnderstanding Arthritis PainkillersWeighing the Risks and Benefits
The content below was selected by the WebMD Editorial staff and is solely under WebMD's editorial control.
Safe Relief for Arthritis Pain
When you live with arthritis, you need regular pain relief. But all drugs have some side effects.
Questions for Your Doctor
- 1.What pain medication is best for me right now?
- 2.Does my family and medical history make me a good candidate for this drug?
- 3.Is it safe to take this medication every day?
5 Arthritis Treatments for Pain Relief
Aspirin, Ibuprofen, Celebrex: The Whole Story
NSAIDs are effective treatments for arthritis. But in some people they may cause stomach bleeding or heart trouble.
NSAIDs are effective treatments for arthritis. But in some people they may cause stomach bleeding or heart trouble.
Fighting Inflammation With Steroids
Corticosteroids cut arthritis inflammation by suppressing your immune system. But this may put you at higher risk for infection and other problems.
Corticosteroids cut arthritis inflammation by suppressing your immune system. But this may put you at higher risk for infection and other problems.
Narcotics for Arthritis Pain: Are They Safe?
Narcotics are strong and effective pain relievers. But they may increase your risk of liver damage, and can be addictive if not used as directed.
Narcotics are strong and effective pain relievers. But they may increase your risk of liver damage, and can be addictive if not used as directed.
Biologics: New Drugs for Rheumatoid Arthritis
These drugs are derived from genes, and suppress a part of your immune system. But people with key chronic illnesses can't take them.
These drugs are derived from genes, and suppress a part of your immune system. But people with key chronic illnesses can't take them.
DMARDs: Modifying the Course of Rheumatoid Arthritis
These drugs are derived from genes, and suppress a part of your immune system. But people with key chronic illnesses can't take them.
These drugs are derived from genes, and suppress a part of your immune system. But people with key chronic illnesses can't take them.
Arthritis: Frequently Asked Questions
- 1.What causes arthritis pain?
- 2.How is arthritis pain treated?
- 3.What alternative therapies may relieve arthritis pain?
Health Solutions From Our Sponsors
Medical Dictionary|First Aid|WebMD the Magazine|WebMD Personal Health Record|WebMD Mobile|Newsletters
©2005-2009 WebMD, LLC. All rights reserved.
WebMD does not provide medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. See additional information.