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Nefopam

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Definition: Non-narcotic analgesic chemically similar to ORPHENADRINE. Its mechanism of action is unclear. It is used for the relief of acute and chronic pain. (From Martindale, The Extra Pharmacopoeia, 30th ed, p26)     
Pharmacological Action Analgesics, Non-Narcotic 		Other names Nefopam, Silentan; Hydrochloride, Nefopam; Silentan Nefopam; Nefopam Hydrochloride; Krewel Brand of Nefopam Hydrochloride; Fenazoxine; Biocodex Brand of Nefopam Hydrochloride; Ajan; Acupan; 3M Brand of Nefopam Hydrochloride
 
SubstanceCAS Registry & nameCategoriesSourceDrugs*
desmethyl-nefopam  0   Nefopam/*analogs & derivatives. Pharmacol Toxicol. 2003 Jun;92(6):279-86
N-desmethylnefopam  46868-19-3   Nefopam/*analogs & derivatives. J Pharm Sci 193 Mar;82(3):276-81

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