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Diclofenac oral + Placebo Oral

Hospital de Clinicas de Porto Alegre · FDA-approved active Small molecule

Diclofenac oral + Placebo Oral is a Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) Small molecule drug developed by Hospital de Clinicas de Porto Alegre. It is currently FDA-approved for Acute pain, Inflammatory conditions, Rheumatoid arthritis. Also known as: Diclofenac 50 mg oral tablet.

Diclofenac inhibits cyclooxygenase (COX) enzymes to reduce prostaglandin synthesis, thereby decreasing inflammation and pain.

Diclofenac inhibits cyclooxygenase (COX) enzymes to reduce prostaglandin synthesis, thereby decreasing inflammation and pain. Used for Acute pain, Inflammatory conditions, Rheumatoid arthritis.

At a glance

Generic nameDiclofenac oral + Placebo Oral
Also known asDiclofenac 50 mg oral tablet
SponsorHospital de Clinicas de Porto Alegre
Drug classNonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID)
TargetCOX-1 and COX-2
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaPain Management / Rheumatology
PhaseFDA-approved

Mechanism of action

Diclofenac is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that non-selectively inhibits COX-1 and COX-2 enzymes. By blocking prostaglandin production, it reduces inflammatory mediators and provides analgesic and anti-inflammatory effects. This combination study pairs diclofenac with placebo to evaluate its efficacy in a clinical trial setting.

Approved indications

Common side effects

Key clinical trials

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Frequently asked questions about Diclofenac oral + Placebo Oral

What is Diclofenac oral + Placebo Oral?

Diclofenac oral + Placebo Oral is a Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) drug developed by Hospital de Clinicas de Porto Alegre, indicated for Acute pain, Inflammatory conditions, Rheumatoid arthritis.

How does Diclofenac oral + Placebo Oral work?

Diclofenac inhibits cyclooxygenase (COX) enzymes to reduce prostaglandin synthesis, thereby decreasing inflammation and pain.

What is Diclofenac oral + Placebo Oral used for?

Diclofenac oral + Placebo Oral is indicated for Acute pain, Inflammatory conditions, Rheumatoid arthritis.

Who makes Diclofenac oral + Placebo Oral?

Diclofenac oral + Placebo Oral is developed and marketed by Hospital de Clinicas de Porto Alegre (see full Hospital de Clinicas de Porto Alegre pipeline at /company/hospital-de-clinicas-de-porto-alegre).

Is Diclofenac oral + Placebo Oral also known as anything else?

Diclofenac oral + Placebo Oral is also known as Diclofenac 50 mg oral tablet.

What drug class is Diclofenac oral + Placebo Oral in?

Diclofenac oral + Placebo Oral belongs to the Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) class. See all Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) drugs at /class/nonsteroidal-anti-inflammatory-drug-nsaid.

What development phase is Diclofenac oral + Placebo Oral in?

Diclofenac oral + Placebo Oral is FDA-approved (marketed).

What are the side effects of Diclofenac oral + Placebo Oral?

Common side effects of Diclofenac oral + Placebo Oral include Gastrointestinal upset, Dyspepsia, Nausea, Headache, Dizziness, Increased cardiovascular risk.

What does Diclofenac oral + Placebo Oral target?

Diclofenac oral + Placebo Oral targets COX-1 and COX-2 and is a Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID).

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