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Status:
US Approved Rx (2021)
First approved in 2000

Class (Stereo):
CHEMICAL (ACHIRAL)



Meloxicam (brand name Mobic) is an nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) with analgesic and antipyretic properties. Mobic is indicated for the relief of the signs and symptoms of osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis, and has been available i...
Status:
US Approved Rx (2020)
First approved in 1998

Class (Stereo):
CHEMICAL (ACHIRAL)



Celecoxib is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It works by reducing hormones that cause inflammation and pain in the body. Celecoxib is an analgesic that is FDA approved for the treatment of osteoarthritis,rheumatoid arthritis,juvenile r...
Status:
US Approved Rx (2011)
First approved in 1995

Class (Stereo):
CHEMICAL (RACEMIC)



Tramadol (sold under the brand name Ultram) is a narcotic analgesic proposed for moderate to severe pain. Tramadol and its O-desmethyl metabolite (M1) are selective, weak OP3-receptor agonists. Opiate receptors are coupled with G-protein receptors an...
Status:
US Approved Rx (2001)
First approved in 1992

Class (Stereo):
CHEMICAL (ACHIRAL)



Oxaprozin is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) with analgesic and antipyretic properties. Anti-inflammatory effects of Oxaprozin are believed to be due to inhibition of cylooxygenase in platelets which leads to the blockage of prostagland...
Status:
US Approved Rx (2000)
First approved in 1991

Class (Stereo):
CHEMICAL (RACEMIC)



Etodolac is an anti-inflammatory agent with analgesic and antipyretic properties. It is used to treat osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis and control acute pain. The therapeutic effects of etodolac are achieved via inhibition of the synthesis of pro...
Status:
US Approved Rx (2008)
First approved in 1991

Class (Stereo):
CHEMICAL (ACHIRAL)



Nabumetone is a naphthylalkanone. Is is a non-selective prostaglandin G/H synthase (a.k.a. cyclooxygenase or COX) inhibitor that acts on both prostaglandin G/H synthase 1 and 2 (COX-1 and -2). Prostaglandin G/H synthase catalyzes the conversion of ar...
Status:
US Approved Rx (2023)
First approved in 1988

Class (Stereo):
CHEMICAL (ACHIRAL)



Diclofenac is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) of the phenylacetic acid class with anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and antipyretic properties. Contrary to the action of many traditional NSAIDs, diclofenac inhibits cyclooxygenase (COX)-2 en...
Status:
US Approved Rx (1993)
First approved in 1986

Class (Stereo):
CHEMICAL (ABSOLUTE)



Dexketoprofen is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), manufactured by Menarini under the tradename Keral. Dexketoprofen is indicated for short-term treatment of mild to moderate pain, including dysmenorrhoea. Dexketoprofen works by blockin...
Status:
US Approved Rx (1995)
First approved in 1986

Class (Stereo):
CHEMICAL (RACEMIC)



Flurbiprofen, a propionic acid derivative, is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug that exhibits antiinflammatory, analgesic, and antipyretic activities in animal models. Flurbiprofen Tablets are indicated for relief of the signs and symptoms of rh...
Status:
US Approved Rx (2016)
First approved in 1982

Class (Stereo):
CHEMICAL (ACHIRAL)



Piroxicam is in a class of drugs called nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). It was originally brought to market by Pfizer under the tradename Feldene in 1980, became generic in 1992, and is marketed worldwide under many brandnames. Piroxic...