nalfon

Thân thiện

A doctor prescribes nalfon to a patient with arthritis.

Definition

Noun: 1. A nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID): Nalfon is the trade name for the drug fenoprofen calcium. It is a medication used to reduce inflammation, pain, and fever. It works by inhibiting the body's production of certain natural substances that cause inflammation.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The doctor prescribed Nalfon to manage the inflammation in her joints.
  • Common side effects of Nalfon can include stomach upset.
  • Before taking Nalfon, patients should inform their doctor of any other medications they are using.

Advanced Usage

• Pharmaceutical Context: The term is used specifically in medical and pharmacological contexts. It is a proprietary name (trademark) and is typically capitalized.
  • The study compared the efficacy of Nalfon to that of ibuprofen.

Variants and Related Words

• Fenoprofen (calcium): The generic, non-brand name for the active pharmaceutical ingredient in Nalfon.
• NSAID (Nonsteroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug): The broader class of drugs to which Nalfon belongs. Other examples include ibuprofen and naproxen.

Synonyms

• Fenoprofen
• Anti-inflammatory agent (in a general, non-specific sense)

Notes on Meaning

This word has a single, specific meaning as a trademarked pharmaceutical product. It is not used in general language or in idioms. Its use is confined to professional medical discussions and patient information.

Học thuật

Noun

1. a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (trade name Nalfon) used in the treatment of arthritis and other painful inflammatory disorders

Từ đồng nghĩa

• fenoprofen
• fenoprofen calcium
• Nalfon