Medications associated with Osteoarthritis
Ingredients whose current FDA labeling lists an association with osteoarthritis, extracted from manufacturer submissions via NIH DailyMed.
Label-linked ingredients
Aceclofenac
INDICATIONS CLANZA CR is indicated for Rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, osteoarthritis and periar...
Autologous Cultured Chondrocytes
Carticel® is indicated for the repair of symptomatic cartilage defects of the femoral condyle (medial, lateral...
Bupivacaine
A. Intravenous or intramuscular administration. When oral therapy is not feasible and the strength, dosage for...
Camphor (Synthetic)
Carefully consider the potential benefits and risks of diclofenac sodium delayed-release tablets and other tre...
Capsicum Oleoresin
Carefully consider the potential benefits and risks of diclofenac sodium delayed-release tablets and other tre...
Celecoxib
Carefully consider the potential benefits and risks of celecoxib and other treatment options before deciding t...
Cortisone
When oral therapy is not feasible: 1. Endocrine Disorders Primary or secondary adrenocortical insufficiency (h...
Dexamethasone
A. Intravenous or intramuscular administration. When oral therapy is not feasible and the strength, dosage for...
Diflunisal
Carefully consider the potential benefits and risks of diflunisal tablets and other treatment options before d...
Etodolac
Carefully consider the potential benefits and risks of etodolac tablets and other treatment options before dec...
Fenoprofen
FENOPROFEN CALCIUM is indicated for: • Relief of mild to moderate pain in adults • Relief of the signs and sym...
Flurbiprofen
Carefully consider the potential benefits and risks of flurbiprofen tablets and other treatment options before...
Hydrocodone
Hydrocodone Bitartrate and Ibuprofen Tablets are indicated for the short-term management of acute pain severe ...
Ibuprofen
Hydrocodone Bitartrate and Ibuprofen Tablets are indicated for the short-term management of acute pain severe ...
Indomethacin
Carefully consider the potential benefits and risks of indomethacin extended-release capsules and other treatm...
Iodine
By intravenous or intramuscular injection when oral therapy is not feasible: 1. Endocrine Disorders Prima...
Ketoprofen
Carefully consider the potential benefits and risks of Ketoprofen Capsules USP and other treatment options bef...
Levomenthol
Diclofenac sodium topical solution is indicated for the treatment of signs and symptoms of osteoarthritis of t...
Lidocaine
By intravenous or intramuscular injection when oral therapy is not feasible: 1. Endocrine Disorders Prima...
Meclofenamic Acid
Carefully consider the potential benefits and risks of meclofenamate sodium capsules and other treatment optio...
Meloxicam
1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE 1.1 Osteoarthritis (OA) Meloxicam tablets are indicated for relief of the signs and sy...
Menthol
Diclofenac sodium topical solution is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug indicated for the treatment of sig...
Misoprostol
Carefully consider the potential benefits and risks of diclofenac sodium/misoprostol tablets and other treatme...
Nabumetone
Carefully consider the potential benefits and risks of nabumetone tablets and other treatment options before d...
Naproxen
Carefully consider the potential benefits and risks of naproxen, naproxen sodium and other treatment options b...
Oxaprozin
Carefully consider the potential benefits and risks of oxaprozin tablet, USP and other treatment options befor...
Piroxicam
Carefully consider the potential benefits and risks of Piroxicam Capsules USP and other treatment options befo...
Prednisone
Prednisone tablets and solutions are indicated in the following conditions: 1. Endocrine Disorders Primary or ...
Salsalate
Carefully consider the potential benefits and risks of Salsalate tablets, USP and other treatment options befo...
Sulindac
Carefully consider the potential benefits and risks of sulindac and other treatment options before deciding to...
Lab tests that investigate osteoarthritis
Frequently Asked Questions
What medications are used for osteoarthritis?
The medications listed above are associated with osteoarthritis in current FDA-approved labeling as reported by manufacturers through NIH DailyMed. Only a qualified prescriber can determine appropriate treatment.
Do these medications cure osteoarthritis?
This site does not provide treatment advice. The list reflects labeled associations, not recommendations. Discuss options, risks, and benefits with your healthcare provider.
Medical disclaimer: Educational content only. Not medical advice or a treatment recommendation.