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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.

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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