Mefenamic acid is a member of the anthranilic acid derivatives class of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, and is used to treat mild to moderate pain. Its name derives from its systematic name, dimethylphenylaminobenzoic acid.
General Information: –
CAS No – 61-68-7
Molecular Formula / Molecular Weight – C15H15NO2 = 241.29
Physical State (20 deg.C) – Solid
PubChem Substance ID – 87558870
Specifications: –
Appearance – White to Light yellow powder to crystal
Purity(Neutralization titration) – min. 98.0 %
Melting point – 230 °C
Applications: –
Mefenamic acid is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) with strong analgesic activity. It is a non-selective cyclooxygenase (COX) inhibitor. COX directs the formation of several key mediators of inflammation called prostaglandins. Thus, mefenamic acid reduces the synthesis of prostaglandins. Mefenamic acid is metabolized principally by CYP2C9. Recently, some unique biological properties of mefenamic acid have also been reported.