Rheumatoid arthritis is mainly associated with family genetics, infections, immune disorders and other factors, patients can use glucocorticosteroids, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, immunosuppressants and other drugs for treatment.
1. Glucocorticoid: such as prednisone. Glucocorticosteroids can play an anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressive role, which can effectively relieve joint swelling and pain and systemic inflammation.
2. Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs): such as ibuprofen and diclofenac. The use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs can effectively improve joint swelling and pain. Patients with gastrointestinal ulcers are strictly prohibited from using them.
3. Immunosuppressive drugs: methotrexate, cyclosporine and so on. The use of immunosuppressive drugs can control and slow down the development of the disease, which plays an important role in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis.
Rheumatoid arthritis patients are advised to go to the rheumatology and immunology department of regular hospitals and other related departments, and follow the doctor’s instructions. Drugs should be used under the guidance of a doctor, do not self-medication.