Definition of Diflunisal

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

Exact synonyms: Dolobid
Generic synonyms: Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory, Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drug, Nsaid
Terms within: 2-hydroxybenzoic Acid, Salicylic Acid
Language type: Trade Name

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)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Diflunisal

diffusion pump
diffusion respiration
diffusion shell
diffusive
diffusively
diffusiveness
diffusivenesses
diffusivities
diffusivity
diffusor
diffusors
diflorasone diacetate
diflubenzuron
diflucortolone
diflunisal (current term)
diflunisal (current term)
difs
difunctional
dig
dig
digametic
digamies
digamist
digamists
digamma
digammas
digamous
digamy
digastric
digastric

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