Bendazac (or bendazolic acid) is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) used for joint and muscular pain. Synthesis Principal action is inhibition of protein denaturation. Use of chloroacetamide in the alkylation step, followed by acid hydrolysis produces bendazac (instead of benzydamine). See also Benzydamine References Hepatotoxins Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs