Fenopron

What is it?

An NSAID and propionic acid, available in the form of tablets of 2 different strengths. Oval-shaped, orange tablets, coded DISTA 4019, contain 300mg of fenoprofen, as calcium salt; orange tablets coded DISTA 4021, contain 600mg of fenoprofen as calcium salt.

Medical Uses

Pain and arthritic conditions including ankylosing spondylitis, rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis.

Dosage

300-600mng 3 to 4 times dailywith a maximum daily dose of 3g.

Special Care

Pregnancy, breast-feeding, elderly, liver or kidney disease, heart failure, asthma, a history of disorders involving gastro-intestinal bleeding. Patients taking the drug long-term should receive careful monitoring.

Avoid Use

Children, patients with ulcers, known allergy to aspirin or anti-inflammatory drugs, serious kidney disorders.

Possible Drug and Food Interactions

Aspirin, quinolones, hypoglycaemics, loop diuretics, anticoagulants, hydantoins, phenobarbitone, sulphonylureas.

Known Side Effects

Allergic responses, intoler ance of gastrointestinal tract, bloodchanges, kidney and liver disorders. Manufacturers: Typharm.