Arthritis

Arthritis (from the Greek arthro-joint +-innings, inflammation; See: arthritides) is a group of conditions in which there is damage caused by joints of the body. Arthritis is the leading cause of disability over the age of 65. There are different forms of arthritis, each of which has different reasons. Rheumatoid arthritis and psoriatic arthritis are autoimmune diseases in which the body is attacking itself. Septic arthritis is caused by co-infection. An arthritis caused by deposits of uric acid crystals in joint inflammation and subsequent. The most common form of arthritis, osteoarthritis is also known as degenerative joint disease and injuries occur after joint after joint infection or simply a result of aging. There is new evidence that the unusual anatomy of early development can help osteoarthritis.

Arthritis Medications

		Arava (LEFLUNOMIDE) Arava (LEFLUNOMIDE) is used for reducing signs and symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis. It is also used to improve physical function and to prevent...			Evista (Raloxifene) Evista (Raloxifene) is used for treating and preventing osteoporosis (bone thinning) in women who are past menopause. It is also used to reduce the...
		Ibuprofen (MOTRIN) Ibuprofen (MOTRIN) is used for treating rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, menstrual cramps, or mild to moderate pain.			Feldene (PIROXICAM) Feldene (PIROXICAM) is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug, is used to relieve the inflammation, swelling, stiffness, and joint pain associated...
		Relafen (NABUMETONE) Relafen (NABUMETONE) is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It helps relieve pain and inflammation associated with rheumatoid arthritis...			Benemid (PROBENECID) Benemid (PROBENECID) helps your body pass uric acid out through the urine, which lowers the levels of uric acid in the body. Probenecid is...
		Didronel (ETIDRONATE DISODIUM) Didronel (ETIDRONATE DISODIUM) treats osteoporosis (thinning of bone) in women after menopause. After menopause, there is an increased rate of bone...