Place of topical therapy in rheumatology. Ketoprofen gel is a focus
According to the data of recent studies, the topical formulations of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) used in rheumatic diseases are of the greatest importance in the treatment of osteoarthrosis. Comparative studies have demonstrated that ketoprofen-containing gel has some advantage ove...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | Russian |
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IMA-PRESS LLC
2008-09-01
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| Series: | Современная ревматология |
| Online Access: | http://mrj.ima-press.net/index.php/mrj/article/view/179 |
| Summary: | According to the data of recent studies, the topical formulations of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) used in rheumatic diseases are of the greatest importance in the treatment of osteoarthrosis. Comparative studies have demonstrated that ketoprofen-containing gel has some advantage over other NSAIDs. Topical formulations based on ketoprofen (Fastum® gel) are effective, fast-acting, and able to aid patients in relieving pain and improving the quality of life. |
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| ISSN: | 1996-7012 2310-158X |