Used primarily as a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) in veterinary medicine, especially for horses, to reduce inflammation, pain, and fever. It is effective in managing musculoskeletal conditions such as lameness, arthritis, and soft tissue injuries. Though once used in humans, its use has been largely discontinued due to risk of severe side effects. In research, it serves as a reference compound in studies involving prostaglandin synthesis and drug metabolism.