Definition

Noun: * A nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) with the generic name meclofenamate sodium. It is used to reduce inflammation, pain, and fever, and was historically prescribed for conditions such as arthritis.

Usage

• "Meclomen" is a proprietary trade name for the drug meclofenamate. It is used as a proper noun to refer specifically to this branded medication.
• In medical and pharmaceutical contexts, it is discussed as a treatment option.
• Note: This drug is not commonly prescribed in current medical practice due to the availability of other NSAIDs with better safety profiles.

Examples

• The doctor prescribed Meclomen to manage the inflammation and pain from her osteoarthritis.
• A review of the patient's history showed she had taken Meclomen several years ago for rheumatoid arthritis.
• Meclomen (meclofenamate) works by inhibiting enzymes that cause inflammation.

Advanced Usage

• The term is primarily used in historical or specific pharmacological discussions. In modern clinical language, the generic name "meclofenamate" is more standard when referring to the drug's class and effects.

Variants and Related Words

• Meclofenamate (n): The generic (non-branded) name for the same drug.
• Meclofenamate sodium (n): The full chemical name of the active compound.
• NSAID (n, abbreviation): Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug; the class of drugs to which Meclomen belongs.

Synonyms

• Anti-inflammatory agent
• NSAID (Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug)
• Analgesic (in the context of pain relief)

Noun

1. a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory (trade name Meclomen) used to treat arthritis