Name Flunixin meglumin
Synonyms 2-[[2-Methyl-3-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl]amino]-3-pyridinecarboxylic acid meglumine salt; 1-Deoxy-1-(methylamino)-D-glucitol 2-[2-methyl-3-(perfluoromethyl)anilino]nicotinate
Molecular Formula C14H11F3N2O2.C7H17NO5
Molecular Weight 491.46
CAS Registry Number 42461-84-7
EINECS 255-836-0
Properties
Melting point 136-138 ºC
Water solubility soluble
Flunixin meglumine is a potent non-narcotic, nonsteroidal, analgesic agent with anti-inflammatory and antipyretic activity. It is significantly more potent than pentazocine, meperidine, and codeine as an analgesic in the rat yeast paw test.
Flunixin meglumine is recommended for the alleviation of inflammation and pain associated with musculoskeletal disorders in the horse. It is also recommended for the alleviation of visceral pain associated with colic in the horse.
