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Arthritis & Joint Conditions Arthritis & Joint Conditions Symptoms / Diagnosis Treatments Coping From Carol Eustice, your Guide to Arthritis & Joint Conditions Arthritis Quizzes | Types of Arthritis | Joint Pain | Medications | Alt Medicine | Follow Us on Twitter | Join Us on Facebook If we did all the things we are capable of, we would astound ourselves. ~Thomas Edison Xeljanz (tofacitinib) Approved by FDA for RA On November 6, 2012, the FDA announced it has approved the first oral biologic drug for the treatment of adults with moderately to severely active rheumatoid arthritis who have had an inadequate response or intolerance to methotrexate. Tofacitinib, which is manufactured by Pfizer, has been given the brand name Xeljanz. Read more... Addiction to Narcotics for Chronic Pain Uncommon When prescribed narcotics to manage their pain, some people with arthritis won't consider taking the drugs because they fear addiction. A new study concludes that, when taken for chronic pain, addiction to narocotic painkillers is uncommon. Read more... Vicodin - What You Should Know Vicodin is classified as a narcotic analgesic. It is not a new drug -- Vicodin was originally approved by the FDA in January 1983. For many people who live with arthritis or other chronic pain conditions, Vicodin is a mainstay in their pain management regimen. Read more... Search Related Topics:  analgesics  pain medications  arthritis pain How Did Your Family React When Told You Have Arthritis? Think back -- how did your family react when they found out you had arthritis? As human nature would dictate, I'll bet some family members were frightened for you. Others likely felt they didn't know enough about arthritis. And the remainder may have worried silently and internally so you couldn't see how concerned they were. Share your story and read others... Search Related Topics:  family and arthritis  emotions and arthritis  arthritis diagnosis Related Searches Rheumatoid Arthritis Arthritis Symptoms Knee Arthritis Arthritis Diet Arthritis Therapy Featured Articles Joining a Fitness Club/Gym Can Benefit People With Arthritis Zumba Provides Good Workout for Arthritis Patients What Is Weightbearing Exercise? Carpal Tunnel Syndrome - Test Your Knowledge Fibromyalgia Screening Quiz How to Choose a Medicare Part D Prescription Plan   More from About.com Plan a Caribbean Vacation Whether you're planning a romantic escape, a girlfriend getaway, or an active family vacation we've got the resources you need. Read more...> How to Eat Locally Eating locally has many benefits, the food is fresher, tastes better, and has less environmental impact. But how can you get started? Read more...> This newsletter is written by: Carol Eustice Arthritis & Joint Conditions Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About.com Arthritis & Joint Conditions newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About.com respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2012 About.com   Must Reads What Is Arthritis? Symptoms of Arthritis Diagnosis of Arthritis Treatment of Arthritis 8 Best Things to Do for Arthritis   Follow me on: Advertisement