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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
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desmethyl-
nefopam
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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