Niflumic acid is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) with analgesic and antipyretic properties. There are various synonyms used to refer to niflumic acid, including N-(alpha,alpha,alpha-trifluoro-m-tolyl)anthranilic acid, 2-{[3-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl]amino}benzoic acid, and 2-[3-(trifluoromethyl)anilino]benzoic acid. It is also sold under several brand names such as Niflugel, Nifluril, and Niflamin. Niflumic acid is commonly used to treat musculoskeletal pain, inflammation, and fever. It works by inhibiting the production of prostaglandins and leukotrienes that cause pain, inflammation, and fever.