Relafen Indications

The prescription medicine
 Relafen® (nabumetone) has several uses (also called "indications"). For example, it is approved to treat pain, stiffness, inflammation, and swelling caused by osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.
 
Relafen is only approved for use in adults. It is important to note that this medication is not a cure for these conditions, nor can it slow down their progression.
 
In some cases, Relafen may be used "off-label" for the treatment of:
 
(To learn more about the indications for this medicine, click Relafen Uses. This article lists more uses for the drug and gives an overview of how it works.)
 
Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
Last reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD