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Definition of Diflunisal

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

Definition of Diflunisal

1. Noun. A certain nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug. ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Medical Definition of Diflunisal

1. 2',4'-difluoro-4-hydroxy-(1,1'-biphenyl)-3-carboxylic acid. A salicylate derivative and anti-inflammatory analgesic with actions and side effects similar to those of aspirin. Pharmacological action: non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agents, cyclooxygenase inhibitors. Chemical name: (1,1'-Biphenyl)-3-carboxylic acid, 2',4'-difluoro-4-hydroxy- (12 Dec 1998)

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Literary usage of Diflunisal

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1. Management of Cancer Pain: Clinical Practice Guidelinesby DIANE Publishing Company by DIANE Publishing Company (1995)
"... 223224 use of, 28 used for children, 126 Dolobid (diflunisal), 48 Dolophine. See Methadone Dorsal rhizotomy, 100222 Doxepin, 66 Drug therapy. ..."

2. Getting Fit Your Way: A Self-paced Fitness Guide (1993)
"... diflunisal (Dolobid), and nabumetone (Relafen). Mechanism of Action and Use The therapeutic effects of NSAIDs stem from their ability to inhibit the ..."

3. Global Strategy for Asthma Management and Prevention by DIANE Publishing Company (1996)
"Well tolerated Precipitate asthma exacerbations (cause no bronchoconstriction) Salicylates Sodium salicylate Aspirin Choline salicylate diflunisal Choline ..."

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