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diclofenac epolamine

diclofenac epolamine (LICART) is a cyclooxygenase inhibitor. Route of administration: topical. Current US regulatory status: approved.

FDA: approved
US status approved
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Drug details — diclofenac epolamine
US status
approved
Class
Route
TOPICAL
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Quick answer

diclofenac epolamine (LICART) is a cyclooxygenase inhibitor. Route of administration: topical. Current US regulatory status: approved.

Key facts

INN diclofenac epolamine
Brand LICART
Mechanism Cyclooxygenase inhibitor
Target Cyclooxygenase
Route TOPICAL
Formulation SYSTEM

Mechanism of action

Cyclooxygenase inhibitor

Primary target: Cyclooxygenase

Approval history

Authority Status Date
FDA approved

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Frequently asked questions

What is diclofenac epolamine?

diclofenac epolamine (LICART) is a cyclooxygenase inhibitor. Route of administration: topical. Current US regulatory status: approved.

What is the brand name for diclofenac epolamine?

LICART is a marketed brand name for diclofenac epolamine. Check FDA Drugs@FDA for the current US label holder and prescribing information.

What is the US approval status of diclofenac epolamine?

diclofenac epolamine has approved status in the United States according to our Drugs@FDA-derived records. Verify on the official FDA label before clinical or commercial decisions.