Four types of medication are used to treat AS.
NSAIDs
Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are a class of medications that can be used to treat the pain and inflammation ofankylosing spondylitis. NSAIDs do not control the disease, they only treat its symptoms. Therefore, they are only taken on an as-needed basis.
Your doctor may recommend an NSAID to reduce swelling and relieve pain, tenderness, and stiffness in your back and joints. You may start to see benefits within a few weeks.
There are many NSAIDs available, including prescription and non-prescription types. All NSAIDs have an anti-inflammatory effect. Each person reacts differently to different