Antirheumatics are used to treat rheumatoid arthritis and lupus. They also have other uses, such as treating malaria. These medications work by reducing inflammation and modulating the immune system to prevent it from attacking your own tissues. Antirheumatics come in different forms, including oral tablets and capsules. Two common examples are hydroxychloroquine (Plaquenil) and leflunomide (Arava).
Hydroxycholoquine (Plaquenil) is an expensive drug used to treat rheumatoid arthritis and systemic lupus erythematosus. It is also used to treat malaria. It is more popular than comparable drugs. It is available in generic and brand versions. Generic hydroxycholoquine is covered by most Medicare and insurance plans, but some pharmacy coupons or cash prices may be lower.
LEFLUNOMIDE treats the symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis. It works by slowing down an overactive immune system. This decreases inflammation. It belongs to a group of medications called DMARDs.
PENICILLAMINE treats Wilson disease, a condition that causes high levels of copper in your body. It works by binding to copper so your kidneys can remove it through the urine. It may also be used to prevent kidney stones caused by too much of the amino acid cystine in the body. It works by lowering cystine levels in your urine. It can also be used to treat rheumatoid arthritis when other medications have not worked or cannot be tolerated.
PENICILLAMINE treats Wilson disease, a condition that causes high levels of copper in your body. It works by binding to copper so your kidneys can remove it through the urine. It may also be used to prevent kidney stones caused by too much of the amino acid cystine in the body. It works by lowering cystine levels in your urine. It can also be used to treat rheumatoid arthritis when other medications have not worked or cannot be tolerated.
AURANOFIN treats the symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis. It is prescribed when other medications have not worked or cannot be tolerated. It works by decreasing inflammation in your joints, which can decrease pain. It is a gold compound. It belongs to a group of medications called DMARDs.
Disclaimer: Popularity is based on total prescriptions for the brand and generic versions of each drug, regardless of the condition being treated. Some drugs are prescribed for multiple conditions.
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