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Ketoprofen, 2-(3-benzoylphenyl)-propionic acid (chemical formula C₁₂H₁₂O₂) 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.

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pharmacology

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{Acetaminophen (Paracetamol)}

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{Aspirin} {Celecoxib} {Diclofenac} {Ibuprofen} {Ketoprofen} {Naproxen}

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{Alfentanil} {Buprenorphine} {Carfentanil} {Codeine} {Dextropropoxyphene} {Dihydrocodeine} {Endorphin} {Fentanyl} {Heroin} {Hydrocodone} {Hydromorphone} {Methadone} {Morphine} {Oxycodone} {Remifentanil} {Sufentanil} {Tramadol}

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