antirheumatics
/ˌæntiruˈmætɪks/
noun
- Medicines or treatments used to relieve or prevent rheumatism (pain and swelling in the joints or muscles).
- Many antirheumatics are available as pills or injections.
- He has been taking antirheumatics for years to manage his arthritis pain.
- The doctor prescribed antirheumatics to reduce the swelling in her knees.