Definition

1. Noun:
   • A nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID): "diflunisal" is a specific medication belonging to the class of drugs known as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. It is used to reduce pain, fever, and inflammation in the body.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The doctor prescribed diflunisal for the patient's chronic arthritis pain.
  • Diflunisal works by inhibiting enzymes that cause inflammation.

Advanced Usage

• Pharmaceutical context: "diflunisal" is often discussed in medical and pharmacological texts regarding its mechanism, efficacy, and side effects compared to other NSAIDs.
  • The study compared the gastrointestinal tolerability of diflunisal and ibuprofen.

Variants and Related Words

• Dolobid (n): A common brand name for diflunisal.
  • The medication is marketed under the brand name Dolobid.

Synonyms

• NSAID: Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (the general class).
• Anti-inflammatory agent: A substance that reduces inflammation.

Related Terms (Medical/Pharmaceutical)

• Analgesic: A drug that relieves pain.
• Antipyretic: A drug that reduces fever.

Noun

1. nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory (trade name Dolobid) used to treat arthritis and other inflammatory conditions