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    GlossaryDisease-Modifying Antirheumatic Drugs

    medications that slow autoimmune disease progression, like rheumatoid arthritis

    Disease-Modifying Antirheumatic Drugs (DMARDs) are a class of medications used to treat autoimmune conditions like rheumatoid arthritis. Unlike pain relievers that only address symptoms, DMARDs work by slowing down the disease process itself, potentially preventing joint damage and preserving joint function.

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