Definition

1. Noun:
   • A nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID): Dolobid is a medication used to reduce inflammation, pain, and fever. Its generic name is diflunisal.
   • A specific brand-name drug: Dolobid is the trade name for the prescription drug diflunisal, which is primarily used to treat conditions like arthritis.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The doctor prescribed Dolobid for her osteoarthritis.
  • Dolobid can be effective in reducing joint swelling and pain.

Advanced Usage

• Medical context: The term is used almost exclusively in medical, pharmaceutical, or clinical settings. It is not used in everyday conversation.
  • The study compared the efficacy of Dolobid to other NSAIDs.

Variants and Related Words

• Diflunisal (n): The generic, non-brand name for the active ingredient in Dolobid.
  • Diflunisal is the chemical compound marketed as Dolobid.
• NSAID (n): An acronym for Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug, the class of drugs to which Dolobid belongs.
  • Common NSAIDs include ibuprofen, naproxen, and Dolobid.

Synonyms

• Anti-inflammatory drug: A substance that reduces inflammation.
• Analgesic: A drug that relieves pain (though Dolobid has both anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties).

Related Phrases

• On Dolobid: A phrase describing a patient's medication regimen.
  • The patient has been on Dolobid for six months.
• Dolobid therapy: Refers to a treatment plan involving this medication.
  • The rheumatologist initiated Dolobid therapy.

Important Notes

• Prescription-only: Dolobid is a prescription medication and should only be used under the supervision of a healthcare professional.
• Side effects: Like other NSAIDs, it may cause side effects such as stomach upset or increased risk of cardiovascular events.

Noun

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