Chemistry:Droxicam

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Short description: NSAID analgesic drug
Droxicam
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FormulaC16H11N3O5S
Molar mass357.34 g·mol−1
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Droxicam is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug of the oxicam class. A prodrug of piroxicam, it is used for the relief of pain and inflammation in musculoskeletal disorders such as rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis.[1]

References

  1. "Droxicam: a pharmacological and clinical review of a new NSAID". European Journal of Rheumatology and Inflammation 11 (4): 3–9. 1991. PMID 1365488.