Nabumetone

Uses

  • Relief of signs and symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis
  • Relief of signs and symptoms of osteoarthritis

Adverse Effects

Considerations for PT

  1. Consider timing for pain relief prior to Physiotherapy intervention.Consider timing for pain relief prior to Physiotherapy intervention.
  2. Minimal relevant common adverse effects. Monitor for any symptoms of rare adverse effects as appropriate.

Route of Administration

  1. Oral

Mechanism of Action

Inhibits production of prostaglandins, resulting in decreased fever, pain, and/or inflammation.

Drug Dynamics

Time to Peak Effect

2 hours to 4 hours

Duration of Action

24 hours

Time to Onset

1 hour to 2 hours

Resources

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Last updated: July 16, 2026