What are the medications for rheumatoid arthritis?

The main therapeutic drugs for rheumatoid arthritis are non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), glucocorticoids, anti-rheumatic drugs, biologics, and small molecule targeted drugs. 1. Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), such as celecoxib and ibuprofen, are commonly used to reduce joint swelling and pain, but they cannot prevent the further development of the disease. 2. Glucocorticosteroids: such as methylprednisolone, prednisone acetate and other drugs, can be used to control inflammation and relieve joint pain and swelling, mostly recommended for short-term use. 3. Anti-rheumatic drugs, such as methotrexate, salazosulfapyridine, leflunomide, etc., can be used to control the further development of the disease, but the effect is slow. 4. Biological agents: such as recombinant human type II tumor necrosis factor receptor-antibody fusion protein for injection are often used to control the disease and relieve symptoms. 5. Small molecule targeted drugs: Janus kinase inhibitors such as tofacitibine citrate are commonly used to control the disease. If rheumatoid arthritis is diagnosed, it is recommended that the patient should consult a doctor in time, and actively standardize the treatment under the doctor’s guidance, so as to avoid further aggravation of the condition.