Dolobid
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9.1
A medicine for pain and swelling used for arthritis
- noun
- Specialized
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Dolobid
- Many patients find that Dolobid effectively reduces inflammation associated with joint issues.
Examples
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After visiting the doctor, she started taking Dolobid to relieve her arthritis pain.
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He took a Dolobid and two codeine tablets and got into bed.
Fiction book (1993) -
Addicted to Dolobid—not a very hip way to go.
Fiction book (1993) -
The doctor recommended Dolobid for managing chronic pain caused by inflammatory diseases.
Synonyms
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8.1
A medicine that reduces pain and swelling in joints from arthritis
shows a trademarked form rather than the chemical name
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3.7
A medicine that reduces pain and swelling used for arthritis
treats the underlying condition rather than mainly easing symptoms
Surface Forms
Etymology
Dolobid is a brand name that gives a simple memory hint: dolo- comes from a root meaning 'pain' and -bid can remind you of 'twice a day'. So, Dolobid is easy to remember as a pain medicine you take regularly to reduce inflammation and joint pain.