Auranofin Health Dictionary

Auranofin: From 1 Different Sources

A gold preparation used as an antirheumatic drug in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis.

Unlike other gold preparations, auranofin is taken orally.

Health Source: BMA Medical Dictionary
Author: The British Medical Association

An antirheumatic drug used to treat severe rheumatoid arthritis and, occasionally, arthritis arising as a complication of psoriasis.

It is given either as regular injections or orally (see auranofin).

A common adverse effect is dermatitis.

Gold may damage the kidneys, liver, and bone marrow and may cause loss of appetite, nausea, and diarrhoea.... gold