Used primarily as a potent nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), this compound is administered to manage moderate to severe pain, especially post-surgical pain. It is commonly formulated in ophthalmic solutions to treat inflammation and pain following eye surgery, such as cataract extraction. Its strong analgesic properties make it an alternative to opioids in certain settings, reducing the need for narcotic medications. It may also be used short-term in acute pain management in emergency departments. Due to the risk of gastrointestinal and renal side effects, its use is typically limited to a few days.