What is "tolmetin"

n. A nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug.

Tolmetin is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug of the heterocyclic acetic acid derivative class. It is used primarily to reduce hormones that cause pain, swelling, tenderness, and stiffness in conditions such as osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis, including juvenile rheumatoid arthritis. In the United States it is marketed as Tolectin and comes as a tablet or capsule.