Pain and inflammation drugs are used to relieve discomfort, reduce swelling, and treat conditions such as arthritis, muscle pain, and headaches. This list includes commonly prescribed and over-the-counter medications that help manage pain effectively and safely.
| Drug Name | Class / Description |
|---|---|
| Ibuprofen | NSAID – reduces pain, inflammation, and fever |
| Naproxen | NSAID – long-acting pain and inflammation relief |
| Acetaminophen (Paracetamol) | Analgesic – relieves pain and reduces fever |
| Diclofenac | NSAID – treats arthritis, joint and muscle pain |
| Meloxicam | NSAID – used for osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis |
| Celecoxib | COX-2 inhibitor – reduces arthritis pain with fewer stomach effects |
| Indomethacin | NSAID – strong anti-inflammatory for arthritis and gout |
| Etodolac | NSAID – used for chronic arthritis pain |
| Piroxicam | NSAID – long-acting, for chronic joint pain |
| Ketoprofen | NSAID – used for muscle pain, menstrual cramps, arthritis |
| Ketorolac | NSAID – short-term pain relief (usually post-surgery) |
| Sulindac | NSAID – used for arthritis and tendonitis |
| Oxaprozin | NSAID – long-acting arthritis pain relief |
| Mefenamic acid | NSAID – for menstrual pain and inflammation |
| Nabumetone | NSAID – used for osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis |
| Tylenol | Brand of acetaminophen – general pain and fever relief |
| Aspirin | NSAID – relieves pain and inflammation, also used for heart protection |
| Hydrocodone | Opioid analgesic – moderate to severe pain relief |
| Oxycodone | Opioid analgesic – strong pain relief for chronic or post-surgical pain |
| Morphine | Opioid – used for severe pain, especially in hospitals |
| Codeine | Opioid – mild to moderate pain relief, often combined with acetaminophen |
| Tramadol | Opioid-like analgesic – moderate pain relief with lower dependence risk |
| Tapentadol | Opioid analgesic – used for neuropathic and musculoskeletal pain |
| Fentanyl | Potent opioid – severe chronic pain, usually in cancer patients |
| Buprenorphine | Partial opioid agonist – chronic pain and addiction therapy |
| Prednisone | Corticosteroid – reduces inflammation in arthritis and autoimmune diseases |
| Methylprednisolone | Corticosteroid – powerful anti-inflammatory for severe conditions |
| Dexamethasone | Corticosteroid – treats inflammation, allergies, and joint pain |
| Prednisolone | Corticosteroid – reduces inflammation in many chronic diseases |
| Colchicine | Anti-inflammatory – prevents and treats gout attacks |
| Allopurinol | Uric acid reducer – prevents gout flares and joint inflammation |
| Ibandronate | Bisphosphonate – relieves bone pain from osteoporosis |
| Alendronate | Bisphosphonate – used for osteoporosis and bone inflammation |
| Topical Diclofenac | NSAID gel – applied for localized joint or muscle pain |
| Capsaicin | Topical analgesic – relieves nerve and arthritis pain |
| Lidocaine | Topical anesthetic – numbs pain in localized areas |
| Gabapentin | Neuropathic pain reliever – used for nerve pain and fibromyalgia |
| Pregabalin | Neuropathic pain medication – used for fibromyalgia and diabetic nerve pain |
| Tizanidine | Muscle relaxant – relieves muscle spasms and tension pain |