mefenamic acid

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Definitions of mefenamic acid words

noun mefenamic acid a white powder, C 1 5 H 1 5 NO 2 , used as a mild analgesic, anti-inflammatory, and antipyretic in certain types of arthritis and for the relief of moderate short-term pain due to dysmenorrhea. 1
noun mefenamic acid A nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug used to treat pain, including menstrual pain. 0

before 1960

One of the 3% newest English words

1960-65; me(thyl) + -fen-, respelling of phen(yl) + am(inobenzo)ic acid

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This term is known only to a narrow circle of people with rare knowledge. Only 5% of English native speakers know the meaning of this word.

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