Definitions for "Sulindac"
a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (trade name Clinoril)
an analgesic and antiarthritic drug.
Sulindac is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug of the arylalkanoic acid class that is marketed in the U.S. by Merck as Clinoril. Like other NSAIDs, it is useful in the treatment of acute or chronic inflammatory conditions. Sulindac is a prodrug, derived from sulfinylindene that is converted in the body to an active NSAID.