Dexketoprofen is used to treat short-term painful conditions such as muscular sprains and strains, period (menstrual) pain, and toothache.
Dexketoprofen is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) used for the treatment of mild to moderate pain. Let’s explore more about it:
Description:
Dexketoprofen is the R (-)-enantiomer of racemic ketoprofen.
It has analgesic and anti-inflammatory properties.
Available in various countries in Europe, Asia, and Latin America.
Commonly used for conditions such as:
Muscle pain.
Period pain (dysmenorrhea).
Toothache.
Usage:
Dexketoprofen works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that cause fever, pain, and inflammation (redness and swelling).
Administered via:
Intravenous (IV) injection: Slow IV injection over at least 15 seconds or IV infusion over 10-30 minutes.
Deep intramuscular (IM) injection.
Doses may be repeated with a minimum interval of 6 hours if needed.
Maximum daily dose: 150 mg.
Switch to oral treatment when possible123.
Remember to consult a healthcare professional for personalized advice regarding the use of Dexketoprofen Injection. If you have any further questions or need additional information, feel free to ask! 😊