You too must be struggling with the pain that comes with conditions like arthritis, right? Sometimes, you can't even get out of bed in the morning because your joints are so sore and swollen. So, doctors prescribe various medications for these conditions. One medication that can help reduce pain and swelling is Ketoprofen. Let's talk about it in more detail today.
What kind of medicine is Ketoprofen?
Simply put, Ketoprofen is a medicine that is used to reduce pain and inflammation (swelling, redness, etc.) caused by conditions such as arthritis. It belongs to a group of drugs called NSAIDs (Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs). That is, it is a type of medicine that does not contain steroids and reduces inflammation.
Sometimes your doctor may prescribe this medicine for other conditions as well. So if you have any further questions about this medicine, it is best to ask your doctor or pharmacist. Another common brand name for this medicine is Oruvail.
What are the things I need to tell the doctor before taking this medicine?
Before you start using Ketoprofen, it is very important to tell your doctor about your medical history. It is especially important to tell your doctor if you have any of the following conditions:
- Do you have any bleeding disorder?
- Have you recently, that is, within the past two weeks, had heart bypass surgery (CABG)?
- Are you a regular drinker?
- Have you had a heart attack before?
- Do you have heart disease?
- Do you have a condition called heart failure?
- Do you have high blood pressure?
- Do you have kidney disease?
- Do you have liver disease?
- Do you have a lung or breathing disease? (For example, asthma)
- Have you ever had stomach bleeding before?
- Do you have stomach ulcers or other intestinal problems?
- Are you taking blood thinners or blood thinners? (e.g. Warfarin)
- Are you taking steroids, such as dexamethasone or prednisone?
- Are you a tobacco user? (Tobacco use)
- Have you ever had an allergic reaction to Ketoprofen, other NSAID medications (e.g. aspirin, ibuprofen), or any other medicine, food, dyes, or preservatives?
- Are you pregnant? Or are you hoping to get pregnant?
- Are you a breastfeeding mother?
When you tell your doctor this information, he or she can decide exactly whether or not this medication is right for you, and how to give it.
How should I use this medicine?
This medicine is for oral use. Take it every day, at the same time each day, as directed by your doctor. It comes in capsules. Do not break, crush, or chew the capsules. Swallow them whole. You can take it with or without food. However, if you experience stomach upset, it is best to take it with some food. Continue taking this medicine until your doctor tells you to stop.
Important: When you get this medicine from the pharmacy, you will also receive a special medication information leaflet (MedGuide). This will be given with every prescription, and also when you get a refill. Remember to read the information in this leaflet carefully each time.
If you are giving this medicine to children: Special care should be taken when giving this medicine to children. So talk to your doctor about this.
People over 65 years of age: Older people may feel the effects of this medicine more strongly, so they may be prescribed a lower dose.
Overdose: If you think you have taken too much of this medicine, go to the nearest hospital emergency department immediately, or call a poison control center.
One more thing: This medicine has been prescribed for you only. Do not give this medicine to anyone else, even if they have the same symptoms you have.
What do you do if you miss a medication appointment?
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take your next dose at the scheduled time. Never take a double dose.
What other things can interact with this medicine?
There are some medications that can cause problems when taken with Ketoprofen. Therefore, if you are taking any of the following medications, do not take Ketoprofen:
- Cidofovir
- Ketorolac
- Methotrexate
- Pemetrexed
Also, Ketoprofen can interact with the following things. So tell your doctor about these as well:
- Alcohol
- Aspirin and other medicines containing aspirin
- Diuretics
- Lithium
- Medications for high blood pressure
- Medicines that prevent blood clotting or thin the blood (e.g. Warfarin)
- Other NSAIDs (e.g., pain and inflammation relievers such as ibuprofen and naproxen)
- Probenecid
- Steroid-type medications (e.g. prednisone, cortisone)
This list does not include all interactions. So tell your doctor about all the medicines you take (prescribed by your doctor, bought at the pharmacy, herbs, vitamins, supplements). Also tell your doctor if you smoke, drink alcohol, or use other drugs. Some things can interact with your medicine.
What are the things to be careful about when using this medicine?
See your doctor regularly to see if your symptoms are improving. If your symptoms do not improve or worsen, tell your doctor right away.
Warning: Do not take other medications containing aspirin, ibuprofen, or naproxen while taking this medicine. Doing so may increase the risk of side effects such as heartburn, nausea, or stomach ulcers. Many non-prescription medications may contain these ingredients. So always read the label carefully.
This medicine can cause serious stomach ulcers and bleeding. Sometimes this can happen without any symptoms. Tobacco use, alcohol consumption, older age, and poor health increase this risk. If you have stomach pain, or if you vomit blood, or if you have blood in your stool (which may look like black tar), see a doctor right away.
This medicine can cause serious skin reactions in some people. These may occur weeks or months after starting the medicine. Tell your doctor right away if you get a rash with a fever or flu-like symptoms. The rash may be red or purple, then blister and peel. Or you may have swelling of the face or lips, swollen lymph nodes in the neck or armpits, and red, itchy rash.
Special information about pregnancy:
If you are planning to become pregnant, or think you may be pregnant, talk to your doctor right away. This medicine can cause serious birth defects in your baby if taken late in pregnancy. If you need to take this medicine between 20 and 30 weeks of pregnancy, your doctor will check you regularly. Taking this medicine after 30 weeks of pregnancy is not recommended.
This medicine will not prevent a heart attack or stroke. In fact, this medicine may increase your risk of having a heart attack or stroke. This risk is higher the longer you use this medicine, or if you have heart disease. If you take aspirin to prevent a heart attack or stroke, talk to your doctor about using this medicine.
This medicine may impair your coordination, reaction time, or judgment. Therefore, do not drive or operate machinery until you know how this medicine affects you. Sit down and stand up quickly to reduce dizziness and lightheadedness. Drinking alcohol with this medicine may increase these side effects.
What are the possible side effects of this medicine?
Like all medications, this one can have some side effects. Some are serious, some are not so serious.
Side effects that you should report to your doctor immediately:
If you experience any of these symptoms, see your doctor without delay:
- Allergic reactions: skin rash, itching, hives, swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat.
- Bleeding: Blood in the stool or black tarry stools, blood in the vomit or vomit that looks like coffee grounds, red or dark brown urine, small red or purple spots on the skin, unusual bruising or bleeding.
- Heart attack: Pain or tightness in the chest, shoulders, arms, or jaw, nausea, difficulty breathing, cold sweats, and fainting.
- Heart failure: Shortness of breath, swelling of the ankles, feet, or hands, sudden weight gain, and feeling unusually tired or weak.
- Increase in blood pressure.
- Kidney injury: Decreased urine output, swelling of the ankles, hands, or feet.
- Liver injury: Pain in the upper right side of the stomach, loss of appetite, nausea, light-colored stools, dark yellow or brown urine, yellowing of the eyes or skin, unusual tiredness or weakness.
- Skin rashes, fever, and swollen lymph nodes.
- Redness, blistering, peeling, or peeling of the skin (can also occur inside the mouth).
- Stroke: Sudden numbness or weakness in the face, arm, or leg, difficulty speaking, confusion, difficulty walking, loss of balance, dizziness, severe headache, changes in vision.
Side effects that usually do not require medical advice (but should be reported to the doctor if they persist or are bothersome):
These usually subside within a few days, but if they persist, tell your doctor.
- Headache
- Appetite
- Nausea
- Upset stomach
This list does not include all possible side effects. If you experience any other unusual symptoms, please ask your doctor about them as well.
How should I store this medicine?
- Keep out of reach of children and pets.
- Store at room temperature (between 20 and 25 degrees Celsius / 68 and 77 degrees Fahrenheit).
- Protect from light and moisture.
- Keep the medicine bottle tightly closed.
- Do not place in areas exposed to extreme heat.
- Do not use expired medicine.
How do you dispose of unused, expired medicine?
It's not a good idea to just throw medicine in the trash or flush it down the toilet.
- There are medication take-back programs at pharmacies or some police stations. Check to see if there is one.
- If not, check the medicine label or packet to see if it says to throw it in the trash or flush it down the toilet. If you're not sure, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
- If you can throw it in the trash, take the pods out of the bottle, mix them with something like cat litter, soil, or coffee grounds, and put them in a tightly sealed bag or container and throw them in the trash.
Finally, a few important points (Take-Home Message)
Okay, so now you know a lot about Ketoprofen. Remember, although this is a pain reliever, it can cause problems if not used properly.
The most important thing is to always follow your doctor's instructions exactly. If you have any questions or doubts, don't be afraid to ask your doctor or pharmacist.
Telling your doctor about your health condition, other medications you take, and your lifestyle (diet, smoking, alcohol) will help you receive treatment safely. Stay healthy!
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