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Ketoprofen, (RS)2-(3-benzoylphenyl)-propionic acid (chemical formula C16H14O3) is one of the propionic acid class of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) with analgesic and anti-pyretic effects. It acts by inhibiting the body's production of prostaglandin.

Ketoprofen is available OTC in the United States in the form of 12.5mg coated tablets (Orudis KT®). It is also available by prescription as 25, 50, 75, 100, 150, and 200mg capsules.

Brand names in the US are Orudis and Oruvail.

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FDA Oks Andrx's rheumatoid arthritis drug
From Drug Store News, 5/17/99

The Food and Drug Administration has approved Andrx Pharmaceuticals Inc.'s abbreviated new drug application for Ketoprofen extended-release capsules, 100 mg, 150 mg and 200 mg. Andrx's drug is therapeutically equivalent to American Home Products Corp.'s rheumatoid arthritis drug, Oruvail.

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