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Aceclofenac

Description

Aceclofenac is a non-steroidal agent with marked anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties. The mode of action of aceclofenac is largely based on the inhibition to prostaglandin synthesis. Aceclofenac is a potent inhibitor of the enzyme cyclo-oxygenase, which is involved in the production of prostaglandins.

ATC Classification

Code
Title
Category
M01AB16
Aceclofenac
M Musculo-skeletal system → M01 Antiinflammatory and antirheumatic products → M01A Antiinflammatory and antirheumatic products, non-steroids → M01AB Acetic acid derivatives and related substances
M02AA25
Aceclofenac
M Musculo-skeletal system → M02 Topical products for joint and muscular pain → M02A Topical products for joint and muscular pain → M02AA Antiinflammatory preparations, non-steroids for topical use

Related medicines

MPI, EU: SmPC 2015: ACECLOFENAC Film-coated tablet

2D Molecule Structure

Unique Ingredient Identifier (UNII)

RPK779R03H - ACECLOFENAC

CAS Registry Number

89796-99-6 - aceclofenac

SNOMED-CT

391703003 - Aceclofenac (substance)

 
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