# Nabumetone (Nabumetone)

Source: https://ourhealthnetwork.com/drugs/nabumetone
Data: FDA Orange Book and OpenFDA, refreshed periodically

## What is Nabumetone?

Nabumetone is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug. It is prescribed to treat inflammation, arthritis, rheumatoid. Across the United States, 13,000 doctors prescribe Nabumetone to approximately 126,000 Medicare patients.

## Brand names

Nabumetone

## Indications

Nabumetone is prescribed for several conditions including inflammation, arthritis, rheumatoid, among others.

## Conditions treated

- [Inflammation](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/inflammation)
- [Arthritis](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/arthritis)
- [Rheumatoid](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/rheumatoid)
- [Pain](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/pain)
- [Osteoarthritis](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/osteoarthritis)

## Mechanism of action

stopping the body's production of a substance that causes pain, fever, and inflammation

## Drug classification

- Established Pharmacologic Class: Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drug [EPC]
- Mechanism of Action class: Cyclooxygenase Inhibitors [MoA]
- Route of administration: ORAL

## Common side effects

abdominal pain, diarrhea, dyspepsia

## Sources and disclaimers

- FDA Orange Book and OpenFDA dataset
- This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a healthcare professional before starting, stopping, or changing any medication.

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