Anti-inflammatory agents are medications that are used to reduce inflammation in the body. Inflammation is a normal response of the immune system to injury or infection, but in some cases, it can become chronic and contribute to various diseases.

Anti-inflammatory agents can help to relieve symptoms and improve outcomes in conditions such as arthritis, asthma, and autoimmune diseases. There are several types of anti-inflammatory agents, including nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), corticosteroids, and disease-modifying antirheumatic drugs (DMARDs).

Each type of anti-inflammatory agent has different mechanisms of action, side effects, and risk factors, so it is important to discuss the appropriate use and dosing of these drugs with a healthcare provider.