Drug Summary


  Drug name:  ketoprofen
  Chemical name:  Ketoprofen
  Formula:  C16H14O3
  Weight:   254.2806
  CAS no:  22071-15-4
  DrugBank link:  DB01009
  Description:  Ketoprofen, a propionic acid derivative, is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory agent (NSAIA) with analgesic and antipyretic properties.
  Indication:  For symptomatic treatment of acute and chronic rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, primary dysmenorrhea and mild to moderate pain associated with musculotendinous trauma (sprains and strains), postoperative (including dental surgery) or postpartum pain.