Ketoprofen | Ketonal cream 5% 50 g

Release form

Cream 5% white or almost white, uniform.

Packing

Aluminum tube 50g. in cardboard packaging

Pharmacological action of

PHARMACOTHERAPEUTIC GROUP

Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID)

ATX code: MO2AE03

PHARMACOLOGICAL PROPERTIES, the main pharmacological properties are srdlospetal

It penetrates well into the subcutaneous tissue, ligaments and muscles, into the synovial fluid and reaches therapeutic concentrations there. The concentration of the drug in plasma is extremely low. Ketoprofen does not adversely affect the condition of articular cartilage.

Indications

Symptomatic therapy:

- rheumatoid arthritis and periarthritis

- ankylosing spondylitis (Bechterew's disease)

- psoriatic arthritis

- reactive arthritis of sarcoelitis sulphitis - radiculitis

- injuries of the musculoskeletal system (including sports), bruises of muscles and ligaments, sprains, ligaments and tendons of muscles.

Contraindications

- skin damage or skin disease at the site of application of the drug (eczema, weeping dermatitis, open or infected wound)

- III trimester of pregnancy

- children under 12 years old

- hypersensitivity to ketoprofen, acetylsalicylic acid or other NSAIDs

- a history of bronchospasm, urticaria and rhinitis caused by NSAIDs and salicylates.

With caution, the drug should be prescribed in case of impaired liver and / or kidney function, erosive and ulcerative lesions of the gastrointestinal tract, blood diseases, bronchial asthma, chronic heart failure.

Use during pregnancy and lactation

The drug is contraindicated for use in the III trimester of pregnancy.

Use in I and II trimesters is possible in cases where the expected benefits of therapy for the mother outweigh the potential risk to the fetus.

Ketonal should not be used during lactation (breastfeeding).

Special instructions

When using Ketonal, the product should be avoided in the mucous membranes and eyes.

If side effects occur, discontinue use of the drug.

Direct sunlight and ultraviolet radiation should be avoided during therapy.

Cream can be used in combination with other forms of the drug Ketonal (capsules, tablets, suppositories). The total dose, regardless of the dosage, should not exceed 300 mg.

If the patient forgot to apply the cream, he should use it at the time when it is necessary to apply the next dose, but do not double it.

Influence on the ability to drive vehicles and control mechanisms: no data.

Composition of

1 g of cream for external use contains:

Active ingredient: ketoprofen - 50 mg

Excipients: methyl parahydroxybenzoate, propyl parahydroxybenzoate, propylene glycol, isopropyl myristate, petroleum glycerol, white glycol glycerol.

Dosage and administration

A small amount of cream (3-5 cm) is applied a thin layer on the skin over the lesion 2-3 times / day, gently rubbing. The duration of treatment is 14 days or more (after consulting a doctor).

Drug Interactions

The simultaneous use of other topical forms (ointments, gels) containing ketoprofen or other NSAIDs is not recommended.

Concomitant use of acetylsalicylic acid reduces the degree of binding of ketoprofen to blood plasma proteins.

Ketoprofen reduces the excretion of methotrexate and increases its toxicity.

Interactions with other drugs and the effect on their elimination are not significant.

Overdose

Symptoms: irritation, erythema, pruritus.

Treatment: drug must be discontinued. Symptomatic therapy is performed.

Storage conditions

The product should be stored out of the reach of children at a temperature not exceeding 25 РC.

Expiration

Expiration is 5 years.

Active ingredient

Ketoprofen

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Dosage form

cream

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