Meclofenamate, also known by its brand name Meclomen among others, is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) used to treat pain, inflammation, and fever. It belongs to the fenamate class of NSAIDs, which also includes mefenamic acid and flufenamic acid. Meclofenamate works by inhibiting cyclooxygenase (COX) enzymes, which are pivotal in the synthesis of prostaglandins. Prostaglandins play a significant role in mediating inflammation, pain, and fever within the body.
Meclor is typically prescribed for: