Ketoprofen
Anti-inflammatories & AnalgesicsA non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) of the propionic-acid class. It inhibits both isoforms of the cyclooxygenase (COX) enzyme, reducing prostaglandin production, thereby relieving pain, inflammation, and fever.
Drug class
Anti-inflammatories & Analgesics
Registered species
2
Recorded effects
0
Related products
6
Pharmacological information
A class-level scientific overview for general reference — no doses. The ultimate reference is always the locally approved product leaflet and consultation with a veterinarian.
Mechanism of action
A non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) of the propionic-acid class. It inhibits both isoforms of the cyclooxygenase (COX) enzyme, reducing prostaglandin production, thereby relieving pain, inflammation, and fever.
Indications
- Pain and inflammation in the musculoskeletal system
- Reduction of fever accompanying infection (as adjunctive treatment)
Contraindications & warnings
- Peptic ulcer, renal or hepatic impairment, and dehydration
- Caution in very young and pregnant animals
Drug interactions
- Not combined with other NSAIDs or corticosteroids (risk of ulceration)
- Caution with nephrotoxic drugs and diuretics
Withdrawal periods
Note: Source: UK Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD). The figures are a guidance reference that may differ from the product registered in your country — always verify the locally approved leaflet and consult a veterinarian before slaughter or consuming products.
Curacef Duo, 50 mg/ml / 150 mg/ml, Suspension for Injection for Cattle
Suspension for injection · Virbac
| Species | Meat | Milk | Eggs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cattle | 8 days | zero | — |
Ketofen 10% Solution for Injection
Solution for injection · Ceva Sante Animale
| Species | Meat | Milk | Eggs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Horses | 1 days | — | — |
| Cattle | 4 days | zero | — |
Labiprofen 150 mg/ml Solution for Injection for Cattle, Pigs and Horses
Solution for injection · Labiana Life Sciences SA
| Species | Meat | Milk | Eggs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cattle | 2 days | zero | — |
| Horses | 1 days | — | — |
Nefotek 100 mg/ml Solution for Injection for Cattle, Horses and Pigs
Solution for injection · Vetpharma Animal Health, S.L
| Species | Meat | Milk | Eggs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cattle | 4 days | zero | — |
| Horses | 4 days | — | — |
Ketodolor 100 mg/ml Solution for Injection for Horses, Cattle, Pigs
Solution for injection · Le Vet Beheer B.V.
| Species | Meat | Milk | Eggs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cattle | 4 days | zero | — |
| Horses | 1 days | — | — |
Draxxin Plus 100 mg/ml + 120 mg/ml Solution for Injection for Cattle
Solution for injection · Zoetis UK Limited
| Species | Meat | Milk | Eggs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cattle | 50 days | — | — |
Recorded adverse effects
openFDA veterinary reports — the numbers are report counts, not a severity rate.
No adverse-effect data recorded for this ingredient yet.
Related products
Curacef Duo, 50 mg/ml / 150 mg/ml, Suspension for Injection for Cattle
Suspension for injection · Virbac
Ketofen 10% Solution for Injection
Solution for injection · Ceva Sante Animale
Labiprofen 150 mg/ml Solution for Injection for Cattle, Pigs and Horses
Solution for injection · Labiana Life Sciences SA
Nefotek 100 mg/ml Solution for Injection for Cattle, Horses and Pigs
Solution for injection · Vetpharma Animal Health, S.L
Ketodolor 100 mg/ml Solution for Injection for Horses, Cattle, Pigs
Solution for injection · Le Vet Beheer B.V.
Draxxin Plus 100 mg/ml + 120 mg/ml Solution for Injection for Cattle
Solution for injection · Zoetis UK Limited
Sources
- •Withdrawal periods: UK Veterinary Medicines Directorate (VMD).
- •European Medicines Agency (EMA) — Veterinary medicines
- •Merck Veterinary Manual — Pharmacology
- •Always verify the locally approved leaflet and consult a veterinarian.