What is "flurbiprofen"

n. A member of the phenylalkanoic acid derivative family of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, used to treat the inflammation and pain of arthritis.

n. a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (trade name Ansaid) that is administered only orally [syn: Ansaid]

Flurbiprofen is a member of the phenylalkanoic acid derivative family of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). It is primarily indicated as a pre-operative anti-miotic (in an ophthalmic solution) as well as orally for arthritis or dental pain. It is generic and is marketed under brand names worldwide, including "Ansaid" and "Froben".

It was derived from propionic acid by the research arm of Boots UK during the 1960s, a period which also included the discovery of ibuprofen, indometacin, diclofenac, naproxen, ketoprofen, and sulindac.

Side effects are analogous to those of ibuprofen. As of 2015 the cost for a typical month of medication in the United States is 50 to 100 USD.