1) Anti-inflammatory agent 
<chemical> 4-butoxy-n-hydroxybenzeneacetamide. An anti-inflammatory analgesic with antipyretic action. It is administered topically, orally, or rectally. ... Pharmacological action: non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agents, topical anti-inflammatory agents. ... Chemical name: Benzeneacetamide, 4-butoxy-N-hydroxy- ... (12 Dec 1998) ...