KETONOR 10

KETONOR 10

Ketoprofen 10% Injection

Composition

Each ml contains:

• Ketoprofen ........................................ 100 mg

• Excipients ........................................ q.s. to 1 ml

Pharmaceutical Form

Sterile injectable solution.

Therapeutic Class

Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID).

Indications

KETONOR 10 is indicated for the treatment of inflammation, pain, and fever associated with various conditions in animals, including:

• Musculoskeletal disorders

• Lameness

• Mastitis (as supportive therapy)

• Respiratory diseases (anti-inflammatory support)

• Post-operative pain

• Trauma and soft tissue injuries

Target Species

• Cattle

• Sheep

• Goats

• Camels

• Horses

Mechanism of Action

Ketoprofen inhibits cyclooxygenase (COX-1 and COX-2) enzymes, reducing prostaglandin synthesis and resulting in anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and antipyretic effects.

Dosage & Administration

Cattle, Sheep, Goats & Camels:

• 3 mg Ketoprofen/kg body weight

• (Equivalent to 1 ml per 33 kg body weight)

• Once daily for 1–3 days

Horses:

• 2.2 mg Ketoprofen/kg body weight

• Once daily for up to 5 days

Route of Administration:

• Intramuscular (IM)

• Intravenous (IV) (slow injection)

Contraindications

• Hypersensitivity to ketoprofen or other NSAIDs

• Gastrointestinal ulcers

• Severe renal or hepatic impairment

• Do not use in dehydrated animals

Side Effects

• Mild local irritation at injection site

• Gastrointestinal disturbances (rare)

Withdrawal Period (indicative – subject to local regulations)

• Meat:

  • Cattle: 4–5 days

  • Sheep & Goats: 3–4 days

• Milk:

  • According to local regulatory approval

Storage Conditions

• Store below 25°C

• Protect from light

• Do not freeze

Presentation

• 50 ml

• 100 ml

• 250 ml multidose vials