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Orudis

Generic Name: Ketoprofen
Product Name: Orudis

• Indication of Orudis
• Action of Orudis
• Dose Advice of Orudis
• Schedule of Orudis
• Common side effects of Orudis
• Uncommon side effects of Orudis

Indication of Orudis:

Ketoprofen is used in the symptomatic treatment of:
-Rheumatoid arthritis.
-Osteoarthritis.
-Superficial sporting injuries.

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Action of Orudis:

Ketoprofen is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). NSAIDs relieve pain and inflammation by inhibiting the synthesis of prostaglandins, which have an important involvement in the production of inflammation, pain and fever in the body.

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Dose Advice of Orudis:

Rheumatoid arthritis and Osteoarthritis:
100?200 mg orally once daily.
Alternatively a 100mg suppository can be given at bedtime.

Superficial sporting injuries:
Apply topical Ketoprofen to the affected area 2-4 times a day.

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