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Osteoarthritis

Osteoarthritis is a long-term form of arthritis that affects the joints. It can cause pain, stiffness and difficulty moving, and may sometimes bring swelling or tenderness.

Medicines used to treat Osteoarthritis

Celebrex

Celecoxib

100mg · 200mg

Celecoxib capsules for osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. It belongs to a class of painkillers that is easier on the stomach than traditional NSAIDs.

From$0.85/ capsuleView

Mobic

Meloxicam

7.5mg · 15mg

Meloxicam tablets for osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. It is an NSAID that calms inflammation in the joints.

From$0.75/ tabletView

Indocin

Indometacin

25mg · 50mg · 75mg

Indometacin capsules for osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. It reduces joint pain by blocking prostaglandin production.

From$0.63/ capsuleView

Voveran Sr

Diclofenac

100mg

Diclofenac tablets for osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. It reduces inflammation by blocking chemical messengers that cause pain.

From$0.42/ tabletView

Arcoxia

Etoricoxib

60mg · 90mg · 120mg

Etoricoxib tablets for osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. It is a COX-2 selective NSAID, designed to reduce stomach-related side effects.

From$1.04/ tabletView

Feldene

Piroxicam

10mg · 20mg

Piroxicam capsules for osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. It blocks the enzyme that drives joint inflammation.

From$0.49/ capsuleView

Cartidin

Diacerein

50mg

Diacerein capsules for osteoarthritis. It works by targeting interleukin-1, a protein involved in the inflammation and breakdown of joint cartilage.

From$0.62/ capsuleView

Aceclofenac Tablets

Aceclofenac

100mg

Aceclofenac tablets for osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. As an NSAID, prolonged use may affect kidney function.

From$0.80/ tabletView

Ansaid

Flurbiprofen

100mg

Flurbiprofen tablets for rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis. It is also available as a topical gel for localised joint pain.

From$22.30/ tubeView

Key points

  • Risk can rise with age, previous joint injury, family history and carrying extra body weight.
  • Symptoms can change over time, and osteoarthritis does not always steadily get worse.
  • Morning stiffness may be brief, while stiffness that lasts longer can point to another type of arthritis.
  • Management can include physical activity, weight management, practical changes and medicines.

Medicines listed for osteoarthritis

The listed products contain anti-inflammatory medicines, including Diclofenac and Etodolac, as well as celecoxib, meloxicam, indometacin and other ingredients. Celecoxib and etoricoxib are COX-2 selective anti-inflammatory medicines. These products are listed for osteoarthritis, a condition affecting the joints.

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