Get Virtual Care
For Businesses
About Us
A member asked:
Does arthritis respond to medication or not?
3 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
Depends: There are different kinds of arthritis. Osteoarthritis is more common. Medications do not help the arthritis, but help manage the symptoms. In rheumatoid arthritis, there are medications that can help the arthritis and delay its progression. A rheumatologist is the best person to consult for this.
Answered 9/28/2016
6.4k views
Yes: It may take trying several different medications but they can help arthritis.
Answered 3/26/2013
5.3k views
Yes, but: There are various forms of arthritis and the treatment may be different depending on the form.
Answered 2/27/2013
5.3k views
Related Questions
A member asked:
What type of pain medication is typically prescribed for arthritis?
3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
A member asked:
What other things do people with arthritis have to do aside from just taking medication?
4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
A member asked:
What medications are needed for rheumatoid arthritis?
2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
A member asked:
What is a good medication for the treatment of severe arthritis?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
People also searched for:
What medications work for arthritis?
What other things should people with arthritis do apart from take medication?
Can you tell me which medication works for arthritis?
What is a good over-the-counter medication for arthritis?
How to ease arthritis pain, using minimal pain medications?
Didn't find what you're looking for?
90,000 U.S. doctors in 147 specialties are here to answer your questions or offer you advice, prescriptions, and more.
Ask your questionMore of what we treat
Download HealthTap
Video visit and message your doctor
