Fenoprofen
Generic name: fenoprofen [ fen-oh-PROE-fen ]
Brand names: Nalfon, Profeno
Dosage forms: oral capsule (200 mg; 400 mg); oral tablet (600 mg)
Drug class:Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs
What is fenoprofen?
Fenoprofen is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that is used to treat mild to moderate pain, osteoarthritis, or rheumatoid arthritis.
Fenoprofen may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
Fenoprofen can increase your risk of fatal heart attack or stroke. Do not use fenoprofen just before or after heart bypass surgery (coronary artery bypass graft, or CABG). Fenoprofen may also cause stomach or intestinal bleeding, which can be fatal.
Before taking this medicine
Fenoprofen can increase your risk of fatal heart attack or stroke, even if you don't have any risk factors. Do not use this medicine just before or after heart bypass surgery (coronary artery bypass graft, or CABG).
Fenoprofen may also cause stomach or intestinal bleeding, which can be fatal. These conditions can occur without warning while you are using fenoprofen, especially in older adults.
You should not use fenoprofen if you are allergic to it, or if you have ever had an asthma attack or severe allergic reaction after taking aspirin or an NSAID.
Tell your doctor if you have ever had:
heart disease, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, or if you smoke;
a heart attack, stroke, or blood clot;
stomach ulcers or bleeding;
asthma;
liver or kidney disease; or
if you take aspirin to prevent heart attack or stroke.
If you are pregnant, you should not take fenoprofen unless your doctor tells you to. Taking an NSAID during the last 20 weeks of pregnancy can cause serious heart or kidney problems in the unborn baby and possible complications with your pregnancy.
You should not breastfeed while using fenoprofen.
Fenoprofen is not approved for use by anyone younger than 18 years old.
How should I take fenoprofen?
Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides. Use the lowest dose that is effective in treating your condition.
You may take fenoprofen with food or milk.
If you use this medicine long-term, you may need frequent medical tests.
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