What is Esflurbiprofen used for?

Esflurbiprofen is used to treat joint pain, muscle aches, and various sprains or strains.

How do I apply Esflurbiprofen?

Esflurbiprofen is a topical medication, meaning it is applied directly to the skin.

Can I take Esflurbiprofen as a pill?

No, Esflurbiprofen is not listed as an oral medication; it is used topically.

How does Esflurbiprofen work?

Esflurbiprofen works as a cyclooxygenase inhibitor to help manage pain.

Is Esflurbiprofen an injection?

No, Esflurbiprofen is not a parenteral or injectable drug.

Does Esflurbiprofen have any black box warnings?

No, there are no black box warnings listed for Esflurbiprofen.

Esflurbiprofen | CAS 51543-39-6 | SYTBZMRGLBWNTM

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Cyclooxygenase inhibitor

Esflurbiprofen is a small molecule drug that works as a cyclooxygenase inhibitor. It is primarily used as a topical treatment for conditions like joint pain, muscle aches, and strains.

How it worksEsflurbiprofen works by inhibiting cyclooxygenase, which helps reduce pain and inflammation.

Used for

Joint pain (arthralgia)Muscle aches (myalgia)Sprains and strains

Conditions

ArthralgiaMyalgiaSprains and strains

Class

Cyclooxygenase inhibitorMusculoskeletal

How to take

FormsTopical

RoutesTopical

Esflurbiprofen is intended for topical application rather than oral or injectable use.

Talk to your doctor

Questions to ask

·Is Esflurbiprofen appropriate for my specific type of joint pain?
·Are there any risks to using Esflurbiprofen topically if I have skin sensitivity?

Educational summary derived from FDA labeling, AI-assisted. Not medical advice — consult a healthcare professional. Updated 2026-04-26.

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