Ketoprofen, 2-(3-benzoylphenyl)-propionic acid (chemical formula C
12H
12O
2)
is one of the propionic acid class of
non-steroidal anti-inflammatory
drug (NSAID) with additional
analgesic and anti-pyretic effects.
It acts by inhibiting the body's production of
prostaglandin.
Brand names in the US are Orudis and Oruvail.
See also: pharmacology, aspirin.
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