Arthritis Medication Flashcards

1
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OTC Pain killers

A

reduce pain, but have little to no effect on inflammation

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2
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acetaminophen

A

affects area of brain that has to do with pain

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3
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Prescription pain killers

A

more severe pain
opioid-derived
habit forming

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4
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NSAIDs

A

reduce pain and inflammation

reduce irritation of nerve endings

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5
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Counterirritants

A

menthol or capsaicin formula

heat produced interferes with pain signal transmission

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6
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Disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs

A

treat RA

slow down immune system from attacking joints

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7
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Biologic response modifiers

A

target protein modules

used with DMARDS

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8
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Corticosteroids

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reduces inflammation
supresses immune system
widely used bc of overall affectiveness

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