Clinical Diagnosis · Musculoskeletal System · Medium
Diclofenac
Meaning: NSAID with relatively greater COX-2 than COX-1 inhibition, often used as a topical gel.
In practice: Effective anti-inflammatory but associated with increased cardiovascular thrombotic risk.
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