There are many safe and effective medical treatments for arthritic conditions. If you would like further information on a medication you are taking, a new medication that you are starting (or one that has been suggested) we have compiled a list of information resources that you may find helpful.
Australian Rheumatology Association
The ARA has an extensive list of Medicine Information Sheets, developed in conjunction with Arthritis Australia, that can be downloaded.
Visit the Information Sheets here.
NPS Medicinewise
NPS Medicinewise was established to help Australians be more medicine wise through digital health and reliable health information for consumers. We’ve highlighted below some of their resources that you may find helpful.
- Medicines Line: 1300 633 424 (Free information for consumers on prescription, over-the-counter and complementary medicines.)
- Adverse Medicine Events Line: 1300 134 237 (Provides consumers with a way to report and discuss adverse experiences with medicines)
- Medicine Finder:Â Learn more about many types of medicines that are prescribed or recommended for treatment using this online finder. Search by brand or active ingredient
- Download the free MedicineWise app – helps with easily keeping track of your medicines and gives you access to important health info anytime and anywhere, especially in emergencies.
- Medicine for Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Side Effects of Methotrexate
- Living with Methotrexate
- Topical medicines for musculoskeletal pain
- Medicines for Pain Relief, what are the options
Arthritis Resources
- Medication Updates – new medication updates and regulatory changes
- How to talk to your doctor about medications
- Medicines and Arthritis Infosheet
