Vedaprofen

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Contributors Dr Kyle Braund BVSc MVSc PhD FRCVS DipACVIM

Name

  • Vedaprofen.

Class of drug

  • Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory (NSAID).

Uses

Action

  • Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID).
  • Aryl-propionic derivative.
  • Inhibits prostaglandin synthesis.

Indications

  • Pain control and reduction of inflammation particularly associated with chronic musculoskeletal disorders and soft tissue trauma.
  • Anti-pyretic action.

Adverse reactions

Effects of overdosage

  • Severe toxicity of NSAIDs is usually with an acute overdose.
  • Vomiting, pyrexia, metabolic acidosis, depression, coma, seizures and gastrointestinal bleeding may be seen.

Other reported reactions

  • Renal papillary necrosis.
  • Blood dyscrasias.
  • Hepatotoxicity.
  • Exacerbation of heart failure.

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