| CAS Number | 22071-15-4 |
|---|---|
| Category | NSAID (Propionic Acid Derivative) |
| Final Application | NSAID |
| Molecular Formula | C16H14O3 |
| Molecular Weight | 254.28 |
Ketoprofen is a propionic-acid NSAID that inhibits COX-1 and COX-2, reducing prostaglandin synthesis to relieve pain, inflammation, and fever. It is used in osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, dysmenorrhea, and post-operative pain, and is available in oral, topical gel, and suppository formulations.