Key takeaways:Medications are an important part of rheumatoid arthritis treatment. They can improve symptoms and prevent permanent damage of joints and internal organs.For most people, the first-choice treatment is methotrexate. But to feel their best, many people need different and/or additional medications, like biologics.There’s no single best medication for rheumatoid arthritis because everyone responds to therapy differently. The best treatment is the one that works for you.Access savings to related medicationsAzathioprineAzulfidineHydroxychloroquineImuranMethotrexateRheumatoid arthritis (RA) is an autoimmune disease that causes painful swelling in the joints. This can make it challenging to carry out daily tasks, especially if it’s left untreated or ignored.Estimates show that more than 1 million adults in the U.S. are living with RA. There are several treatment options to ease RA symptoms. And prevention of permanent joint damage and disability is absolutely a realistic goal thi...
