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What is Ketoprofen and why is it prescribed? Ketoprofen, a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug, is used to relieve the inflammation, swelling, stiffness, and joint pain associated with rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis. It is also used to relieve mild to moderate pain, as well as menstrual pain. You should have frequent check-ups with your doctor if you take Ketoprofen regularly. Ulcers or internal bleeding can occur without warning. How should you take Ketoprofen? Follow your doctors directions for taking Ketoprofen. To minimize side effects, your doctor may recommend that you take Ketoprofen with food, an antacid, or milk. If you are using Ketoprofen for arthritis, it should be taken regularly. Ketoprofen and Oruvail should not be taken together. If you miss a dose and you take Ketoprofen on a regular schedule, take the forgotten dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the one you missed and go back to your regular schedule. Do not take two doses at once. Store Ketoprofen at room temperature in a tightly closed container. Protect Ketoprofen capsules from direct light and excessive heat and humidity. Are there any Ketoprofen side effects? Ketoprofen side effects cannot be anticipated. If any develop or change in intensity, inform your doctor as soon as possible. More common Ketoprofen side effects may include abdominal pain, changes in kidney function, constipation, diarrhea, dreams, fluid retention, gas, headache, inability to sleep, indigestion, nausea, and nervousness. Less common or rare Ketoprofen side effects may include allergic reaction, amnesia, anemia, asthma, belching, blood in the urine, bloody or black stools, change in taste, chills, confusion, congestive heart failure, coughing up blood, conjunctivitis, depression, difficult or labored breathing, dizziness, dry mouth, eye pain, facial swelling due to fluid retention, general feeling of illness, hair loss, hepatitis, high blood pressure, hives, impaired hearing, impotence, increase in appetite, increased salivation, infection, inflammation of the mouth, irregular or excessive menstrual bleeding, itching, jaundice, kidney failure, liver problems, loosening of fingernails, loss of appetite, migraine, muscle pain, nasal inflammation, nosebleed, pain, peptic or intestinal ulcer, rapid heartbeat, rash, rectal bleeding, red or purple spots on the skin, ringing in the ears, sensitivity to light, skin discoloration, skin eruptions, skin inflammation and flaking, sleepiness, sore throat, stomach inflammation, sweating, swelling of the throat, thirst, throbbing heartbeat, tingling or pins and needles, vertigo, visual disturbances, vomiting, vomiting blood, and weight gain or loss. What are the possible food and drug interactions when taking Ketoprofen? If Ketoprofen is taken with certain other drugs, the effects of either could be increased, decreased, or altered. Be sure to inform your doctor of all the prescription and over the counter medications you are taking. It is especially important to check with your doctor before combining Ketoprofen with Aspirin, Blood thinners (such as Coumadin), Diuretics such as hydrochlorothiazide (HydroDIURIL), Lithium (Lithonate), Methotrexate, or Probenecid (the gout medication Benemid). Ketoprofen can prolong bleeding time. If you are taking blood-thinning medication, use this drug cautiously. Do not combine pain relievers without asking your doctor. If you usually have three or more alcoholic drinks a day, ask your doctor about taking pain relievers. Are there any special warnings about Ketoprofen? Remember that stomach ulcers and bleeding can occur without warning. Ketoprofen should be used with caution if you have kidney or liver disease. If you are taking Ketoprofen for an extended period of time, your doctor will check your blood for anemia. Ketoprofen can increase water retention. Use with caution if you have heart disease or high blood pressure. Check with your doctor before taking Ketoprofen if the painful area is red or swollen. Also check with your doctor if, after you have started taking Ketoprofen, your symptoms continue or get worse, new symptoms appear, or you have stomach pain. |
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