Suprofen
(Redirected from Profenal)
Suprofen is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that was developed by Janssen Pharmaceutica. It is primarily used in the treatment of pain and inflammation associated with conditions such as arthritis and gout.
Pharmacology[edit | edit source]
Suprofen is a member of the arylpropionic acid class of NSAIDs. It works by inhibiting the body's production of prostaglandins, chemicals that cause inflammation and pain. Suprofen is a non-selective cyclooxygenase inhibitor, meaning it blocks both COX-1 and COX-2 enzymes. This results in decreased production of prostaglandins, thereby reducing inflammation and pain.
Medical uses[edit | edit source]
Suprofen is used to relieve pain and inflammation caused by a variety of conditions, including rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, and ankylosing spondylitis. It can also be used to treat acute gout attacks and other types of pain, such as dysmenorrhea (painful menstruation).
Side effects[edit | edit source]
Like other NSAIDs, Suprofen can cause a range of side effects. These can include gastrointestinal problems such as stomach ulcers and bleeding, kidney problems, and an increased risk of heart attack or stroke. It can also cause allergic reactions in some people.
History[edit | edit source]
Suprofen was developed by Janssen Pharmaceutica, a Belgian pharmaceutical company, in the 1970s. It was initially marketed under the brand name Profenal. However, it was withdrawn from the market in many countries due to concerns about its safety profile.
See also[edit | edit source]
Search WikiMD
Ad.Tired of being Overweight? Try W8MD's physician weight loss program.
Semaglutide (Ozempic / Wegovy and Tirzepatide (Mounjaro / Zepbound) available.
Advertise on WikiMD
WikiMD's Wellness Encyclopedia |
Let Food Be Thy Medicine Medicine Thy Food - Hippocrates |
Translate this page: - East Asian
中文,
日本,
한국어,
South Asian
हिन्दी,
தமிழ்,
తెలుగు,
Urdu,
ಕನ್ನಡ,
Southeast Asian
Indonesian,
Vietnamese,
Thai,
မြန်မာဘာသာ,
বাংলা
European
español,
Deutsch,
français,
Greek,
português do Brasil,
polski,
română,
русский,
Nederlands,
norsk,
svenska,
suomi,
Italian
Middle Eastern & African
عربى,
Turkish,
Persian,
Hebrew,
Afrikaans,
isiZulu,
Kiswahili,
Other
Bulgarian,
Hungarian,
Czech,
Swedish,
മലയാളം,
मराठी,
ਪੰਜਾਬੀ,
ગુજરાતી,
Portuguese,
Ukrainian
Medical Disclaimer: WikiMD is not a substitute for professional medical advice. The information on WikiMD is provided as an information resource only, may be incorrect, outdated or misleading, and is not to be used or relied on for any diagnostic or treatment purposes. Please consult your health care provider before making any healthcare decisions or for guidance about a specific medical condition. WikiMD expressly disclaims responsibility, and shall have no liability, for any damages, loss, injury, or liability whatsoever suffered as a result of your reliance on the information contained in this site. By visiting this site you agree to the foregoing terms and conditions, which may from time to time be changed or supplemented by WikiMD. If you do not agree to the foregoing terms and conditions, you should not enter or use this site. See full disclaimer.
Credits:Most images are courtesy of Wikimedia commons, and templates Wikipedia, licensed under CC BY SA or similar.
Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD