Which arthritis drugs have been banned?

Q: Which arthritis drugs are banned? Do these drugs cause impairment in cognition?

A:The following drugs used in arthritis have been discarded/banned/not approved in advanced countries:1. Nimesulide2. Rofecoxib3. PhenylbutazoneThe British Health Authorities have recommended that old, tried-and-tested drugs such as diclofenac (Brand name: Doflex) should be the drug of choice in patients below 65 years of age.