Dexketoprofen

Author:Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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DefinitionThis section has been translated automatically.

Analgesic and anti-rheumatic. Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory. Derivative (racemate) of ketoprofen.

IndicationThis section has been translated automatically.

Short-term therapy of light to moderately strong pain, such as pain of the locomotor system, menstrual pain, toothache.

Pregnancy/nursing periodThis section has been translated automatically.

Contraindicated during pregnancy (risk of contractions and premature closure of the ductus arteriosus botalli) and lactation (substance passes into breast milk).

Dosage and method of useThis section has been translated automatically.

12.5 mg p.o. every 4-6 hours, depending on the intensity of pain. Alternatively 3 times/day 25 mg p.o. Maximum daily dose: 75 mg. Best taken 30 minutes before meals with sufficient liquid.

Undesirable effectsThis section has been translated automatically.

  • Occasionally (1-10% of patients): Gastrointestinal symptoms such as heartburn, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain.
  • Rarely (1-10% of patients): Cutaneous side effects such as maculopapular exanthema, urticaria, acneiform complaints, photosensitivity. Rarely (about 1% of patients): fatigue, hot flushes.

ContraindicationThis section has been translated automatically.

Children/adolescents < 18 years (no therapy experience, insufficient data). Hypersensitivity or photoallergic reactions to the substance or cross-reactions to fibrates or other NSAIDs. Active stomach or intestinal ulcers, gastrointestinal bleeding. Severe liver or kidney failure.

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Remember! The ability to react in road traffic and when operating machines may be impaired!

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020