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Friday, October, 30, 2009

Ketoprofen Side Effects

Health Encyclopedia: Headaches: Tension Managing Tension Type Headaches

Managing Tension-Type Headaches


Given the very high prevalence of tension-type headaches, some experts express frustration over the dearth of serious scientific attention given to this problem. Unfortunately, few tension headache sufferers seek medical help for their problem, and 60% of those with severe headaches use only over-the-counter medications. Many patients fear that they will not be taken seriously by their doctor or believe the widespread misperceptions that their problem is due solely...

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Expert & Community Posts

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Arthritis treatment rubbed into the skin may ease osteoarthritis pain
By Dr. Jonathan Krant , Health Expert

...to placebo with respect to gastrointestinal side effects; of note, there was no bleeding in... Read more »

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Which migraine medications are most effective?
By Dr. Seth Haplea , Health Expert

...piroxicam, ibuprofen, indomethacin, ketorolac, and ketoprofen, and I was wondering if you could... Read more »

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MAGNUM’s Years of Concern Regarding Acetaminophen & OTC Pain Medicines Supported by New FDA Labeling
By MAGNUM, the National Migraine Assoc. , Health Expert

...NSAIDs class of drugs includes aspirin, ibuprofen, ketoprofen, and naproxen. Note: naproxen is... Read more »

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Migraine Medications: FDA Requires New Warnings on OTCs
By Teri Robert , Health Expert

...include:. NSAIDs include: aspirin ibuprofen naproxen ketoprofen. The revised labeling... Read more »

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New FAQ on the Sexual Side Effects of Chemotherapy
By PJ Hamel , Health Expert

...aren’t the primary cause of the aggravating side effects to breast cancer treatment: loss of... Read more »

Health Guide

Migraine Issues: How is migraine treated?
...(trade name Sansert) blocks the effect of serotonin on vessel constriction, but causes serious side effects in some people. Calcium channel blockers, including diltiazem (trade name Cardizem),... Read more »
Systemic Lupus Erythematosus: Treatment for Cutaneous and Mild SLE
...dexibuprofen (Seractil).For people with lupus, NSAIDs may help relieve:Joint pain and swellingMuscle painSide Effects. Regular, long-term use of NSAIDs can cause ulcers and gastrointestinal... Read more »
Headaches: Tension: Medications
...acetaminophen) may be particularly useful for tension-type headaches.Acetaminophen does have some adverse effects, however, and the daily dose should not exceed 4 grams (4,000 mg). Patients who... Read more »
Osteoarthritis: Medications
...less effective than NSAIDs in reducing moderate-to-severe pain. Because acetaminophen has fewer side effects, most experts suggest trying this drug first, then switching to an NSAID if... Read more »
Back Pain and Sciatica: Medications and Alternative Treatments
...NSAIDs does not actually reduce osteoarthritis pain and may increase patients risk of experiencing side effects. High dosages of NSAIDs can cause heart problems such as increased blood pressure,... Read more »

Medications

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Ketoprofen is used to reduce pain, swelling, and joint stiffness from arthritis. It is also used to... Read more »

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...notice any of the following rare but very serious side effects, stop taking ketoprofen and seek... Read more »

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...taking this medication may increase your risk of side effects. However, if your doctor has... Read more »

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...has rarely caused serious (sometimes fatal) side effects. Therefore, this medication should be... Read more »

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...periodically to monitor your progress or check for side effects. Consult your doctor for more... Read more »

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