Properties
What is it?
Composition 100 g of gel contains: Active substance: Ketoprofen 2.5 g. Excipients: Carbomer 980, Trolamine, Ethanol 96%, Methylparahydroxybenzoate, Purified water. ATC code of the preparation M02 AA10 Pharmacotherapeutic group Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug for external use. Pharmacological properties Ketoprofen is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agent, a derivative of propionic acid. The mechanism of action is related to the inhibition of prostaglandin synthesis. It exhibits local analgesic, anti-inflammatory, and anti-exudative effects. When applied topically in gel form, it is absorbed very slowly and practically does not accumulate in the body. The bioavailability of ketoprofen in gel form is approximately 5%, which is why its effect on the body is only local and no systemic effects are observed. Indications for use - Diseases of the musculoskeletal system (articular syndrome during exacerbation of gout, rheumatoid arthritis, psoriatic arthritis, ankylosing spondyloarthritis, osteoarthritis of various localizations, osteochondrosis, inflammatory lesions of ligaments, tendons, bursitis, sciatica, lumbago); - Myalgias of rheumatic and non-rheumatic origin; - Post-traumatic inflammation of soft tissues and the musculoskeletal system (symptomatic treatment of uncomplicated injuries, including sports injuries, sprains, strains or tears of tendons and ligaments, bruises, post-traumatic pain); - Combined therapy of inflammatory diseases of veins (phlebitis, periphlebitis), lymphatic vessels and lymph nodes (lymphangitis, superficial lymphadenitis). Contraindications - Individual hypersensitivity to the components of the preparation, acetylsalicylic acid or other NSAIDs (including in the anamnesis); - Age up to 12 years; - Third trimester of pregnancy; - Lactation (breastfeeding). Dosage and administration The preparation is intended for external use. Apply a small amount of gel (a strip 3-5 cm long) to the painful or inflamed area 2-3 times a day, rubbing into the skin (for several minutes). The duration of treatment should not exceed 7 days without consulting a doctor. Use during pregnancy and breastfeeding The use of the preparation in the third trimester of pregnancy and during lactation (breastfeeding) is contraindicated. In the first and second trimesters, the preparation should be used with caution. Dosage form 2.5% gel for external use, in an aluminum tube of 45 g. Aluminum tube with leaflet in a cardboard box.