Arthritis affects over 10 million people in the United Kingdom and refers to the swelling of joints and bones leading to pain and difficulty in moving joints.

The main symptoms are pain, swelling and stiffness of the joints, usually the hands and knuckles, but also the knees, hips and spine. Sufferers also experience redness and warmth in the skin over the joints.

There are two main forms of arthritis – osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthitis. Osteoarthritis is more common in people aged over 50 and here the cartilage connecting the bones wastes away over time, with the bones rubbing against each other.

Rheumatoid arthritis is less common and more painful. The body’s immune system attacks the affected joints and tissues causing swelling and pain.

Gout is a common form of arthritis where there is a build up of uric acid leading to inflammation in the joints, usually the big toe.

Our Online Pharmacy has introduced an online arthritis and gout treatment service, consisting of a free online doctor’s consultation and if suitable a private prescription and medication, all from the comfort and privacy of your own home. We do not treat rheumatoid arthritis, where you should contact your own doctor.

To treat osteoarthritis, we provide a number of medications including Feldene and Traxam gels.

There are also several tablets to treat the symptoms – Arthrotec, Diclofenac, Indometacin, Nabumetone, Voltarol 50 and Voltarol Rapid.

Gout is readily treatable by taking Colchicine tablets. You can also try lifestyle changes consuming less alcohol, red meat and sea food.

To treat osteoarthritis or gout please visit our online doctor.