Fastum Gel 20 g

What is Ketoprofen and what is its use? Ketoprofen is an anti-inflammatory medication for adults and children aged 15 years and older. For long-term treatment of the following: Some chronic rheumatic inflammations Some cases of severe arthritis For short-term treatment of the following: Some periarticular inflammations (tendonitis, bursitis, acute shoulder pain) Some joint inflammations with crystal deposits, such as gout Acute arthritis pain Severe lower back pain Severe pain associated with nerve irritation 🔹 Do not take Ketoprofen after 5 months of pregnancy Hypersensitivity to ketoprofen or substances with similar activity such as other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, aspirin Gastrointestinal bleeding, cerebral vascular bleeding, or ongoing bleeding Development of gastric or intestinal ulcers Severe liver failure Severe kidney failure Uncontrolled severe heart failure Do not take Ketoprofen if any of the above applies to you. 🔹 Warnings and precautions Talk to your doctor or pharmacist: If you have asthma associated with chronic rhinitis or sinusitis when taking aspirin or other NSAIDs If you have a history of liver, heart, or kidney problems If you have high blood pressure 🔹 Possible side effects Skin reactions (rash, itching) Fatigue Nausea 🔹 Other medications and Ketoprofen Tell your doctor or pharmacist about all medications you are taking, including over-the-counter drugs, vitamins, and herbal supplements. Tell your doctor if you are taking any of the following: Some medications like ACE inhibitors (Perindopril, Lisinopril), other NSAIDs (Ibuprofen, Diclofenac) Heparin, Cyclosporine, Tacrolimus, Trimethoprim, as they may cause increased potassium levels in the blood Many substances involved in interactions due to the anti-platelet properties of the medications: aspirin and NSAIDs, Ticlopidine, Clopidogrel, Tirobanizid, using multiple anti-platelet agents increases bleeding risk Lithium: increased toxicity when taken together Methotrexate: increased toxicity when taken together 🔹 How to take Ketoprofen Adults and children over 15 years: The recommended initial dose is twice daily Take the Ketoprofen tablet after a full meal Separate it from taking antacids or gastric secretion inhibitors It can be taken at any time of the day Do not break the tablet into halves 🔹 How to store Ketoprofen Keep this medication out of reach and sight of children Do not use this medication after the expiration date printed on the box and blister after EXP The expiration date indicates the last day of the same month Do not store above 30°C in a dry place Do not dispose of medications in wastewater or household waste Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of unused medications *The form and method of administering Ketoprofen 200 mg tablets, Ketoprofen suppositories, and 100 mg Ketoprofen tablets should be prescribed according to the therapeutic indication and the severity of the disease for each patient individually. 🔹 Product details Quantity: one tablet Product model: Jalal Brand: Fasteem