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