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Ketoprofen
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| Systematic (IUPAC) name | |
| 2-(3-benzoylphenyl)propanoic acid | |
| Identifiers | |
| CAS number | 22071-15-4 |
| ATC code | M01AE03 M01AE17, M02AA10 |
| PubChem | 3825 |
| DrugBank | APRD01059 |
| Chemical data | |
| Formula | C16H14O3 |
| Mol. weight | 254.281 g/mol |
| Pharmacokinetic data | |
| Protein binding | 99% |
| Half life | 2-2.5 hours |
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 antipyretic effects. It acts by inhibiting the body's production of prostaglandin.
Ketoprofen was available over-the-counter in the United States in the form of 12.5mg coated tablets (Orudis KT®), but the product has been discontinued. It is available by prescription as 25, 50, 75, 100, 150, and 200mg capsules.
Ketoprofen also comes in a 2,5% gel for topical application.
Brand names in the US are Orudis and Oruvail.