ORUDIS

Drug Name: ORUDIS

ORUDIS DESCRIPTION:
KETOPROFEN - ORAL (kee-toe-PRO-fen)

COMMON ORUDIS BRAND NAME(S):
Orudis

ORUDIS SIDE EFFECTS:
Stomach upset is the most common side effect. If this persists or becomes severe, notify your doctor. Headache, heartburn, loss of appetite, lightheadedness, dizziness, bloating, constipation, diarrhea, drowsiness or nervousness may occur as your body adjusts to the medication. Notify your doctor if you develop persistent stomach pain, presence of black or bloody stools, rash, itching, edema (swelling of the feet or hands), vision changes or yellowing eyes and skin. ORUDIS may rarely cause ringing in the ears/hearing loss. Infrequently, ORUDIS may increase the skin's sensitivity to sunlight. If this happens to you, avoid prolonged sun exposure, wear protective clothing and use a sunscreen. Avoid sunlamps. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

HOW TO USE ORUDIS:
ORUDIS: Take with food or immediately after meals to prevent stomach upset. Take ORUDIS with 6 to 8 ounces (180-240ml) of water. Do not lie down for at least 30 minutes after taking ORUDIS. ORUDIS is most effective in relieving menstrual pain if taken at the earliest sign of pain.

ORUDIS USES:
ORUDIS relieves pain and reduces inflammation. ORUDIS is commonly used to treat the pain, swelling and stiffness associated with arthritis. It is also used to treat menstrual cramps.

ORUDIS PRECAUTIONS:
Be sure your doctor knows your complete medical history especially if you have a history of ulcers and kidney, liver or heart trouble. Do not take aspirin without consulting your doctor. Check the ingredients of any nonprescription medication you may be taking since many cough-and-cold formulas contain aspirin. Alcohol and smoking may aggravate stomach irritation. This medicine may cause stomach bleeding. Daily use of alcohol, especially when combined with this medicine, may increase your risk for stomach bleeding. Check with your doctor or pharmacist for more information. ORUDIS should be used during pregnancy only if clearly needed. Because ORUDIS appears in breast milk, consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

ORUDIS DRUG INTERACTIONS:
Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription drugs you may use, especially of "blood thinners" such as warfarin, other arthritis medication, methotrexate, probenecid, water pills and lithium. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

ORUDIS OVERDOSE:
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include severe stomach pain, coffee ground-like vomit, dark stool, ringing in the ears, change in amount of urine, unusually fast or slow heartbeat, muscle weakness, slow or shallow breathing, confusion, severe headache or loss of consciousness.

ORUDIS NOTES:
In arthritis, it may take up to four weeks before the full effects of this medicine are noted. For best results, this must be taken regularly, as directed by your doctor.

MISSED ORUDIS DOSE:
If you miss a dose, take as soon as remembered; do not take if it is almost time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.

ORUDIS STORAGE:
Store at room temperature away from sunlight and moisture.