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Status:
US Approved Rx (2005)
First approved in 2005

Class (Stereo):
CHEMICAL (ACHIRAL)



Amfenac (AHR 5850) is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory compound possessing antipyretic and analgesic properties. It is an inhibitor of cyclooxygenases. Amfenac sodium has been on the Japanese market since 1986 (as FENAZOX®, Meiji) in an oral dosage ...
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 (2024)
First approved in 1997

Class (Stereo):
CHEMICAL (ACHIRAL)



Bromfenac is a topical, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) for ophthalmic use. It is indicated for the treatment of postoperative inflammation and reduction of ocular pain in patients who have undergone cataract surgery. The mechanism of its...
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 (2019)
First approved in 1987

Class (Stereo):
CHEMICAL (ACHIRAL)



Mesalamine, also known as Mesalazine or 5-aminosalicylic acid (5-ASA), is an anti-inflammatory drug used to treat inflammation of the digestive tract (Crohn's disease) and mild to moderate ulcerative colitis. Mesalazine is a bowel-specific aminosalic...
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...