IL-1 inhibitors

IL-1 inhibitors are medications that block the activity of interleukin-1 (IL-1), a protein involved in the body's immune response and inflammation. By preventing IL-1 from signaling, these drugs help reduce inflammation and are used to treat conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, certain auto-inflammatory diseases, and gout. They can help alleviate symptoms such as pain, swelling, and fatigue, and may slow disease progression when inflammation is a key component. IL-1 inhibitors are typically administered via injections and are prescribed when other treatments are insufficient.