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Diclofenac (nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug)

Diclofenac (sold under a number of trade names) is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) taken or applied to reduce inflammation and as an analgesic reducing pain in certain conditions. It is supplied as or contained in medications under a variety of trade names. The name "diclofenac" derives from its chemical name: 2-(2,6-dichloranilino) phenylacetic acid

Diclofenac, anti-inflammatory drug, diclofenac, phenylacetic acid

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