Pharmaceutical therapy for osteoarthritis.
review · Level V
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- Also identified by DOI 10.1016/j.pmrj.2012.02.009.
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Abstract
There are a variety of oral and topical pharmaceutical agents for the treatment of osteoarthritis. To date there is no pharmacologic agent proved to prevent disease progression. This article focuses primarily on the medications used for symptomatic relief and palliation of pain. The article reviews the medications' mechanisms of action and the available efficacy literature, as well as indications, contraindications, and common adverse effects.
Medical subject headings
- Osteoarthritis