Indicated for both acute flares and chronic treatment of rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis and juvenile arthritis. Dosage increases for symptomatic relief. Prescribed for severe forms and flares of OA, RA, AS, tendinitis, bursitis, and acute gouty arthritis. Less potent than indomethacin. Indicated for treatment of rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, osteoarthritis and acute gout.
Mechanism of action is unknown.
Dose remains constant, however the effects progressively increase over weeks. Prescribed for treatment of dysmenorrhea. Does not cause the adverse effects of GI problems or platelet function as seen with aspirin. Rapidly absorbed from the GI tract. Acetaminophen is converted to phenacetin within 3 hours of administration.