interleukin-1 inhibitors

Interleukin-1 inhibitors are medications that block the action of a protein called interleukin-1 (IL-1), which plays a key role in inflammation and immune responses in the body. By inhibiting IL-1, these drugs help reduce inflammation and alleviate symptoms in conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, certain autoinflammatory diseases, and other inflammatory disorders. Essentially, they help calm an overactive immune system, leading to improved health and quality of life for those affected by chronic inflammatory conditions. Examples of these inhibitors include anakinra and canakinumab.