COX-2 Inhibitors
COX-2 selective inhibitors are a newer class of NSAIDS with less gastrointestinal side effects.
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"Super Aspirins": Superior New Arthritis Drugs
A new class of drugs, COX-2 inhibitors, is being developed which will strengthen the arsenal used to treat arthritis.
Comparison: Celebrex And Vioxx
An overview of the similarities and differences between the new popular COX-2 inhibitors prescribed for the treatment of arthritis.
Inflammation: The Battle Within
Inflammation is a natural defense of the body to protect against foreign substances or injury, but it can cause problems in certain diseases.
New Research On COX-2
New study points to a different role for COX-2 in the inflammatory process leading to questions about the efficacy of COX-2 inhibitors.
Nexium Reduces Risk Of Ulcers For Long-term NSAID Users
The potential development of ulcers in regular users of NSAIDS (nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) is well known. A new study suggests the infamous "Purple Pill", otherwise known as Nexium, might make a difference.
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Prexige Approved In United Kingdom
Novartis' COX-2 inhibitor, Prexige, has been approved in the United Kingdom. The U.S. FDA is waiting for results from a large study for further consideration.
Reports Conflict On Safety Of COX-2
A report in the Journal of the American Medical Association conflicts with a report in Nature Medicine about the safety of new COX-2 inhibitors like Celebrex and Vioxx.
The Newest Arthritis Medications
It is in your own best interest to know what new medication is coming next and learn about how it should work so you can discuss with your doctor whether you would be a candidate for the drug. But even though the newly marketed drugs and drugs still in development grab our attention, don't forget about older possibilities.
Top 10 New Medications For Arthritis
Since 1998, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved several new medications for the treatment of arthritis. The new treatment options afforded better pain relief and control of the disease for many arthritis patients.
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