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MONDAY, April 17, 2023 -- Arthritis is a common disease that causes pain and inflammation in different body joints, making it difficult to enjoy everyday tasks and physical activity. Fortunately, there are many different medications for arthritis. Depending on what type of arthritis you have and its severity, an arthritis medication may help you manage pain and other symptoms. Here is a breakdown of the most common arthritis medications, how they work and their potential side effects. The Arthritis Foundation lists the following as the medications used to treat arthritis: Analgesics including acetaminophen (Tylenol) and opioids Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) Corticosteroids Disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs (DMARDs) including biologics and targeted DMARDs Analgesics The Arthritis Foundation reports that analgesics may help with mild to moderate pain, but they will not help with the inflammation associated with arthritis. Analgesics work in the nervous system and alter how your brain perceives pain. They can be used to treat the pain associated with any type of arthritis, although more effective options are available. Analgesics can be opioid, non-opioid or a combination. Common analgesics are: Acetaminophen (Tylenol) Codeine Oxycodone Fentanyl Hydrocodone Potential side effects: Kidney damage Liver damage Addiction Constipation Gastrointestinal bleeding Use caution when taking these medications; take only as prescribed. NSAIDs NSAIDs work by blocking prostaglandin. According to the Cleveland Clinic , one role prostaglandins play is forming clots and causing inflammation at the site of an injury. NSAIDs are used to treat the pain and inflammation associated with rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis . Common over-the-counter (OTC) NSAIDs are: Aspirin (Bayer, St. Joseph, Anacin, Excedrin and more) Ibuprofen (Motrin, Advil) Naproxen sodium (Aleve) Prescription NSAIDs are: Celecoxib (Celebrex) Diclofenac (Voltaren, available by brand name in topical form) Fenoprofen (Nalfon) Indomethacin (Indocin, available by brand name in liquid form) Ketorolac tromethamine (Toradol) Meclofenamate sodium (Meclomen) Diflunisal (Dolobid) Tolmetin (Tolectin) Ketoprofen (Orudis) Flurbiprofen (Ansaid) Potential side effects of NSAIDs are: Increased risk of stomach and bowel issues like ulcers and bleeding Increased risk of stroke Heart problems Stomach pain Nausea Diarrhea/constipation Corticosteroids According to the Arthritis Foundation , corticosteroids mimic cortisol, a hormone your body produces naturally. They are used to treat inflammatory types of arthritis, including rheumatoid arthritis and psoriatic arthritis. They are great for short-term relief of inflammation but are not recommended for long-term use because of their side effects. Your doctor may prescribe a lower dose if you require them for long-term use. Common corticosteroids: Prednisone (Deltasone, Prednicot, Cotolone) Prednisolone (Orapred, Omnipred) Cortisone (Cortone) Hydrocortisone (Cortef, Hydrocort) Triamcinolone (Aristocort) Dexamethasone (Decadron) Common side effects of corticosteroids: Blood sugar spikes Weight gain Bone loss Risk of cataracts High blood pressure Infections Mood changes DMARDs The Arthritis Foundation says that DMARDs work with the body to “stop or slow the disease process in inflammatory forms of arthritis.” They work by blocking inflammation. There are many different DMARDs on the market, and they all have different ways of working in the body. Conventional DMARDs work by broadly suppressing the immune system. Often they are used in combination with other therapies. Targeted DMARDs block specific pathways inside immune cells. Biologic DMARDs are produced by live cells and work on specific immune proteins called cytokines. Common DMARDs: Apremilast (Otezla) Baricitinib (Olumiant) Cyclophosphamide (Cytoxan) Cyclosporine (Gengraf, Neoral) Hydroxychloroquine (Plaquenil) Leflunomide (Arava) Methotrexate (Otrexup, Rasuvo, RediTrex) Mycophenolate mofetil (CellCept) Sulfasalazine (Azulfidine) Tofacitinib (Xeljanz, Xeljanz XR) According to the Cleveland Clinic , common side effects of traditional DMARDs include: Loss of appetite Nausea Diarrhea Abdominal pain Rash, allergic reaction Liver problem Increased risk of infection Low blood cell counts Common side effects of biologic DMARDs include: Increased risk of common and serious infections Reactivation of tuberculosis, herpes zoster, and hepatitis B and C Increased cholesterol levels, increased liver enzymes and low blood cell counts Increased risk of clotting When prescribed DMARDs, inform your doctor of any other medications, including over-the-counter medicines, you are taking to avoid drug interactions. Some of these medications can cause teratogenicity (defects in a developing fetus.) Writing recently in the Journal of the American Academy of Physician Assistants (JAAPA ), physician assistant Michelle DiBiase and Dr. Samantha Kohn remind people that "The mainstay of pharmacologic therapy is early intervention with use of nonbiologic and biologic DMARDs together with adjunctive medications such as NSAIDs, oral and intra-articular corticosteroids, and analgesic medications, including opioids." Your primary care provider or rheumatologist will work closely with you to determine which medications are best for your treatment. It is vital to keep them apprised of any side effects and let them know if the treatment is ineffective. They can work with you to find a treatment that helps relieve the pain and inflammation caused by arthritis. Posted April 2023

LA JOLLA, Calif., Nov. 10 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Transdel Pharmaceuticals, Inc. ( ) (the "Company"), a specialty pharmaceutical company focused on developing and commercializing non-invasive, topically administered medications, has retained the Investor Relations Group ("IRG"), a thirteen-year-old, highly recognized corporate communications firm based in New York City, to serve as its investor relations and public relations firm. IRG will strive to increase the Company's public exposure and to communicate the advantages of its innovative proprietary transdermal delivery technology, Transdel(TM), its lead topical drug, Ketotransdel(TM) and its other drug candidates through a focused campaign. On the investor relations front, IRG will use its proprietary database of investors to introduce the Company to targeted members of the investment community through pre-qualified one-on-one introductions, e-mails to professionals that have opted-in to receive communication, interviews, and traditional outreach. In the public relations arena, IRG will educate audiences of editors, writers, and segment producers of local and national trade and consumer print, radio, on-line, and broadcast media outlets about the Company and its role in the market. The Company's lead topical drug, Ketotransdel(TM), utilizes their Transdel(TM) cream formulation to facilitate the passage of ketoprofen, a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), through the skin barrier to reach targeted underlying tissue where the drug exerts its prolonged localized anti-inflammatory and analgesic effect. The Company is also investigating other novel and generic drugs and promising therapeutic areas in combination with using their patented transdermal delivery system. Furthermore, the Company is actively pursuing the development of cosmeceutical products. "With our lead product, Ketotransdel(TM), in Phase 3 clinical trial, and a strong pipeline of co-development opportunities utilizing our Transdel(TM) platform technology, this is an opportune time to increase our visibility within the investment and media community," said Dr. Juliet Singh, President and CEO of Transdel Pharmaceuticals. "As we remain focused on our clinical program and growth objectives, we look forward to IRG communicating our progress to the appropriate target audiences." About Transdel Pharmaceuticals, Inc. Transdel Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is a specialty pharmaceutical company developing non-invasive, topically-delivered medications. The Company's innovative patented proprietary Transdel(TM) cream formulation technology is designed to facilitate the effective penetration of drugs through the tough skin barrier to reach the target underlying tissues. In the case of Ketotransdel(TM), the Transdel(TM) cream allows the active ingredient ketoprofen to reach the target soft tissue and exert its well-known anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects. The Company is also investigating other drug candidates and treatments for transdermal delivery using the patented Transdel(TM) platform technology for products in pain management and other therapeutic areas. For more information, please visit About The Investor Relations Group, Inc. The Investor Relations Group, Inc. (IRG) offers a full-service corporate communications program designed to suit the many unique needs of public companies. The program utilizes a proprietary, targeted approach to reach institutional investors, analysts, and the media-at-large. For further information, please visit the company's website at Safe Harbor Statement The statements which are not historical facts contained in this press release are forward-looking statements that involve certain risks and uncertainties including but not limited to risks associated with the uncertainty of future financial results, additional financing requirements, development of new products, government approval processes, the impact of competitive products or pricing, technological changes, the effect of economic conditions and other uncertainties detailed in the Company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. CONTACT: John Lomoro, CFO of Transdel Pharmaceuticals, Inc., +1-858-457-5300, johnl@transdelpharma.com; or Investor Relations, Rachel Colgate or Michael Crawford, or Media Relations, Laura Colontrelle or Janet Vasquez, all of Investor Relations Group, Inc., +1-212-825-3210 Web site: