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Indomethacin

Medical Definition: A non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agent (NSAID) that inhibits the enzyme cyclooxygenase necessary for the formation of prostaglandins and other autacoids. It also inhibits the motility of polymorphonuclear leukocytes.
Also Called: Amuno,Indocid,Indocin,Indomet 140,Indomethacin Hydrochloride,Metindol,Osmosin
CAS Type 1 Name: CAS Number: 53-86-1
Indomethacin Categories.
Canadian Medical Guide Definition Ketorolac - A pyrrolizine carboxylic acid derivative structurally related to INDOMETHACIN. It is an NSAID and is used principally for its analgesic activity. (From Martindale The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 31st ed)
Canadian Medical Guide Definition Ketorolac Tromethamine - A pyrrolizine carboxylic acid derivative structurally related to INDOMETHACIN. It is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agent used for analgesia for postoperative pain and inhibits cyclooxygenase activity.

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