Ketoprofen
Actron, Nexcede, Orudis, Orudis Kt, Oruvail (ketoprofen) is a small molecule pharmaceutical. Ketoprofen was first approved as Actron on 1986-01-09. It is used to treat dysmenorrhea, osteoarthritis, and rheumatoid arthritis in the USA. The pharmaceutical is active against prostaglandin G/H synthase 1 and prostaglandin G/H synthase 2. In addition, it is known to target sodium-coupled monocarboxylate transporter 1.
| Trade Name | Actron, Nexcede, Orudis, Orudis Kt, Oruvail |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Ketoprofen |
| Indication | dysmenorrhea, osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis |
| Drug Class | Anti-inflammatory/analgesic agents (ibuprofen type) |
