What is Profenid used for?

About ketoprofen

Type of medicine	A non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID)
Used for	Relief of pain and inflammation, particularly in arthritis and other muscle and joint conditions
Also called	Larafen®; Oruvail®; Valket®
Available as	Prolonged-release capsules

What are the side effects of ketoprofen?

Side Effects

Bloody urine.
decreased frequency or amount of urine.
increased blood pressure.
increased thirst.
stomach pain.
swelling of the face, fingers, feet, or lower legs.
trouble breathing.
weight gain.

Is ketoprofen an NSAID?

Ketoprofen is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that is used to treat pain, inflammation, swelling, stiffness, and joint pain. This product is available in the following dosage forms: Capsule, Extended Release.

When should I take profenid?

Nonprescription ketoprofen is used to relieve minor aches and pain from headaches, menstrual periods, toothaches, the common cold, muscle aches, and backaches, and to reduce fever. Ketoprofen is in a class of medications called NSAIDs.

How do you take profenid?

Take this medication by mouth, usually 3 to 4 times a day with a full glass of water (8 ounces or 240 milliliters), or as directed by your doctor. Do not lie down for at least 10 minutes after taking this drug. If stomach upset occurs while taking this medication, take it with food, milk, or an antacid.

What is Ketofen used for?

Prescription ketoprofen is used to relieve pain, tenderness, swelling, and stiffness caused by osteoarthritis (arthritis caused by a breakdown of the lining of the joints) and rheumatoid arthritis (arthritis caused by swelling of the lining of the joints).

Which is better diclofenac or ketoprofen?

Ketoprofen was significantly superior to both diclofenac (mean = 0.422; 95% CI 0.19-0.65; p=0.0007) and ibuprofen (mean = 0.475; 95% CI 0.32-0.62; p=0.0000) at all point-estimates. Heterogeneity for the analysed efficacy outcome was not statistically significant in any of the meta-analyses.