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Dexketoprofen

Information About Dexketoprofen

Uses of Dexketoprofen

Dexketoprofen is commonly used to treat joint pain, dental pain, eye pain, mouth ulcers, musculoskeletal pain, pain during menstruation and post-operative pain.

How Dexketoprofen Works

Dexketoprofen is an NSAID. It works by disrupting the cyclooxygenase pathway thus reducing the production of prostaglandins, which is one of the many inflammatory mediators

Side Effects of Dexketoprofen

Nausea and/or vomiting, Abdominal pain, Diarrhea, Dyspepsia, Peptic ulcers, Gastrointestinal bleeding, Dizziness, Visual disturbances, Drowsiness

Information Updated on : Mon Dec 11 2023 14:40:10 GMT+0800 (Malaysia Time)

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Dexketoprofen Related Warnings

Alcohol Not Advisable

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Dexketoprofen as it can increase the risk of stomach bleeding and peptic ulcer.

Pregnancy Limited Data

Dexketoprofen may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the fetus, however, there are limited human studies. If Dexketoprofen is necessary for the conceiving woman during the first and second trimester of pregnancy, the dose should be kept as low and duration of treatment as short as possible. It is absolutely contraindicated in the last trimester of pregnancy. Please consult your doctor before using it.

Lactation Not Advisable

Dexketoprofen excretion into human breast milk is unknown. It is not advisable to prescribe to a breastfeeding woman.

Driving Not advisable

Dexketoprofen may cause side effects such as dizziness, visual disturbances or drowsiness all of which could affect your ability to concentrate and drive.

Kidney Use With Care

Dexketoprofen should be used with caution in patients with impaired kidney function. Starting dose should be reduced to 50 mg total daily dose in patients with mild kidney disease but use of Dexketoprofen is not recommended in patients with moderate to severe kidney disease. Please consult your doctor before using it.

Liver Use With Care

Dexketoprofen should be used with caution in patients with impaired liver function. Starting dose should be reduced to 50 mg total daily dose in patients with mild liver disease but use of Dexketoprofen is not recommended in patients with moderate to severe kidney disease. Please consult your doctor before using it.

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