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Q. I have a lot of swelling and pain in my joints. A cousin with arthritis recommended a compounded cream called ketoprofen gel. What can you tell me about this medicine, its side effects and interactions with other drugs?
A. Ketoprofen, like ibuprofen, is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug. You won’t find this on the shelf in a chain store, but some pharmacists can compound this topical treatment without a prescription. Putting the pain reliever right on the joint minimizes side effects such as stomach irritation or elevated blood pressure. Many people find it is helpful in reducing joint pain.
Just wondering where I could get this stuff--I have O/A of the knees. I love to play basketball but am limited due to the O/A.
I get ketoprofen gel from my local compounding pharmacy, by prescription. It is wonderful stuff! I learned about it from the pharmacist when I was having a lot of back pain, and I had to tell my regular doctor about it. But recently I had a terrible knee incident and went to an orthopedist, who completely agreed that ketoprofen is the ticket. My pharmacy makes it in 10% or 20% concentrations. For severe pain, go for the 20%.
My compounding pharmacist prepares ketoprofen gel for use on plantarfacitis. It penetrates the thick skin of the heel of the foot and reduces pain and inflamation.
My pharmacists asked about the percentage when making Ketroprofen Gel.
I have severe osteoarthritis of the knee and have used Celebrex with fair results. My doctor then prescribed a compounded topically-applied ointment called Ketoprofen in a 20% gel. It has truly been very effective in relieving my knee pain, particularly at rest when the pain would "pulse" uncomfortably. The relief occurs around 20 minutes after applying the gel. At first I was doubtful that any topically-applied salve would help, but believe me, this one really does.
My mother had cancer and was unable to take anything for her pain through the mouth. Hospice gave her Ketoprofen gel, it would relieve the pain for days.
I also used it on my back from lifting her around and I will be asking my doctor for a prescription for my plantarfacitis since I read an earlier post.
Thanks,