Arthritis Treatment Options
What should you know when choosing arthritis treatment options?
Arthritis includes several joint conditions, so the appropriate treatment depends on the type of arthritis, the pattern of symptoms, and a prescriber's assessment. Medicines may be used to help manage pain and inflammation, while broader care can also include activity adjustments, rehabilitation, and treatment directed at the underlying condition. Products with different active ingredients have different clinical roles and should not be treated as interchangeable.
Which medicine groups are commonly used for arthritis-related inflammation?
Anti-inflammatory medicines are among the established options used for some forms of arthritis. Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) may be considered for pain and inflammation, whereas systemic corticosteroids may be used in selected inflammatory arthritis situations or flares under prescriber direction. The choice, duration, and monitoring requirements differ between these medicine groups.
Which arthritis products do we list?
We list two oral prescription options in this category: Feldene, containing piroxicam, is an NSAID capsule; prednisolone is a corticosteroid tablet. The table compares the listed forms, strengths, and starting prices. It is a shopping comparison, not a recommendation that either medicine is suitable for a particular person.
| Product | Active ingredient | Form | Listed strengths | Price from | Lowest listed unit price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feldene | Piroxicam | Capsule | 10 mg, 20 mg | C$30.80 | C$0.71 per capsule |
| Prednisolone | Prednisolone | Tablet | 5 mg, 10 mg, 20 mg, 40 mg | C$88.20 | C$0.72 per tablet |
Feldene packages range from 30 to 360 capsules, depending on strength. Prednisolone is offered in packages of 10 to 360 tablets, depending on strength. We show the available package and strength choices on each product page.
What prescription information applies in Canada?
Oral piroxicam capsules and systemic oral prednisolone require a prescription in Canada. The specific Canadian DIN or authorization for the listed Feldene strengths and the listed prednisolone tablet presentation cannot be confirmed here. A prescription from an authorized prescriber is required, and a pharmacist or prescriber can help with product-specific questions.
How do shipping and storage considerations work?
We can dispatch these products to Canada by Express shipping with tracking, estimated at 4 to 7 days, or Standard shipping, estimated at 14 to 21 days. Express shipping costs C$41.99 and Standard shipping costs C$20.99. Free shipping is available for either method when its respective checkout threshold is reached. We accept Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Bitcoin, and USDT.
Both products should be kept protected from light in tightly closed containers. Feldene storage is 20°C to 25°C, with permitted excursions from 15°C to 30°C; prednisolone should be stored at 20°C to 25°C away from moisture, heat, and light. We pack orders securely for routine postal delivery. Please collect the package promptly and follow each product's labelled storage instructions after arrival.