Oruvail

ketoprofen

Oruvail is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) effective in treating fever, pain, and inflammation in the body. As a group, NSAIDs are non-narcotic relievers of mild to moderate pain of many causes, including injury, menstrual cramps, arthritis, and other musculoskeletal conditions.

This medicine is used for the treatment of mild to moderate pain and inflammation; rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis; and dysmenorrhea. It is also used to relieve the symptoms of minor aches and pains associated with common cold, headache, toothache, muscle aches, back ache, and reduction of fever.

Oruvail reduces inflammation and pain. It controls fever by regulating the body's thermostat in the brain. Oruvail is slowly released into the blood and is generally not useful in situations where prompt pain relief is desired.

Ketoprofen works by blocking the action of a substance in the body called cyclo-oxygenase (COX). Cyclo-oxygenase is involved in the production of various chemicals in the body, some of which are known as prostaglandins. Prostaglandins are produced by the body in response to injury and certain diseases and conditions, and cause pain, swelling and inflammation. Ketoprofen blocks the production of these prostaglandins and is therefore effective at reducing inflammation and pain.

Take ketoprofen tablets or capsules by mouth. Follow the directions on the label. Swallow tablets or capsules whole with a full glass of water; take tablets or capsules in an upright or sitting position. Taking a sip of water first, before taking the tablets or capsules, may help you swallow them. If possible take bedtime doses at least 10 minutes before lying down. Do not crush or chew the extended-release capsules. You can take ketoprofen with food to prevent stomach upset. Take your doses at regular intervals. Do not take your medicine more often or for a longer time than directed.

Side effects:
Oruvail may cause side effects. Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away: constipation, diarrhea, sores in the mouth, headache, dizziness, nervousness, drowsiness, difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep, ringing in the ears.

Effective dosage:
Take this medication by mouth usually once daily with a full glass of water, unless your doctor directs you otherwise. Ask your doctor to tell you the proper dose of Oruvail that you should take in, in order to get the best results from your treatment with it. The maximum dose of this medicine for an adult patient is 200 mg of Oruvail. Do not deviate from the dose that you have been prescribed by your doctor.

If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, take only that dose. Do not take double or extra doses.

Drug Class: Pain relief.