What are the drugs for treating rheumatoid arthritis?

Drugs used to treat rheumatoid arthritis include the following categories: the first category, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, mainly ibuprofen, naproxen, loxoprofen, diclofenac sodium, meloxicam, nimesulide, celecoxib and so on. It is mainly used to relieve the symptoms of joint swelling and pain, with anti-inflammatory, analgesic and repercussive effects, and can quickly relieve the symptoms of joint pain. The second category, anti-rheumatic drugs to relieve the disease, is mainly used to delay the progress of the disease, also known as slow-acting drugs. Commonly used drugs are methotrexate, sulfasalazine, leflunomide and hydroxychloroquine. , usually need to be used in combination with methotrexate. The third category, glucocorticoid, can quickly relieve the symptoms of joint swelling and pain. It is generally recommended to use it in small doses, and it needs to be reduced as soon as possible. Fourth, biological agents, including anti-tumor necrosis factor inhibitors and anti-CD20 monoclonal antibodies, also take effect very slowly. The above scheme is for reference only. Please follow the drug instructions or doctor's advice to use drugs in regular hospitals.