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bromfenac
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Also known as AHR-10282B, 2-amino-3-(4-bromobenzoyl)benzeneacetic acid, [2-amino-3-(4-bromo-benzoyl)-phenyl]-acetic acid

Bromfenac is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) marketed in the US as an ophthalmic solution (brand names Prolensa and Bromday, prior formulation brand name Xibrom, which has since been discontinued) by ISTA Pharmaceuticals for short-term, local use. Prolensa and Bromday are the once-daily formulation of bromfenac, while Xibrom was approved for twice-daily administration. In the European Union, the brand name is Yellox. Bromfenac is indicated for the treatment of ocular inflammation and pain after cataract surgery.

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333
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chemical formula
C₁₅H₁₂BrNO₃
canonical SMILES
C1=CC(=C(C(=C1)CC(=O)O)N)C(=O)C2=CC=C(C=C2)Br
World Health Organisation international non-proprietary name
bromfenac
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Bromfenac
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Bromfenac is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) marketed in the US as an ophthalmic solution (brand names Prolensa and Bromday, prior formulation brand name Xibrom, which has since been discontinued) by ISTA Pharmaceuticals for short-term, local use. Prolensa and Bromday are the once-daily formulation of bromfenac, while Xibrom was approved for twice-daily administration. In the European Union, the brand name is Yellox. Bromfenac is indicated for the treatment of ocular inflammation and pain after cataract surgery.

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