Aceclofenac belongs to a group of Non Steroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) used to treat various painful inflammatory conditions. The mode of action of aceclofenac is largely based on the inhibition of prostaglandin synthesis. Aceclofenac is a potent inhibitor of the enzyme cyclooxygenase, which is involved in the production of prostaglandins. The Drugs inhibits synthesis of the inflammatory cytokines interleukin (IL)-1 and tumor necrosis factor and prostaglandin E2 (PGE2) production.
ACECLOFENAC
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2-[2-[2-[(2,6-dichlorophenyl)amino]phenyl]acetyl]oxyacetic acid | |
89796-99-6 | |
C16H13Cl2NO4 | |
2-(2-(2-(2,6-dichlorophenyl)aminophenyl)acetyl)oxyacetic acid; 2-((2,6-dichlorophenyl)amino)-benzeneacetic aci carboxymethyl ester; [({2-[(2,6-dichlorophenyl)amino]phenyl}acetyl)oxy]acetic acid | |
Relief of pain and inflammation |