A comprehensive review of herbal and synthetic drugs in the pharmacotherapy of arthritis.

Arthritis is a collective term for joint disorders, which are characterised by inflammation, pain, stiffness in joints and can progressively lead to disabilities. It is a worldwide problem affecting millions of people. The two most prevalent forms of inflammatory disease include rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis, based on the disease etiology, pathogenesis and clinical therapy. Symptoms like pain in the joint, stiffness, redness, and swelling are most often seen in this case. This review emphasises the current idea about arthritis, highlighting therapeutic interventions including key herbal remedies and their marketed formulations, and synthetic drugs. Also, we discuss about emerging trends and future directions aimed at enhancing patient outcomes through personalized medication, biotechnology, and integrative approaches.