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Although systemic effects should be low, ketoprofen should be used with caution in patients with severe renal impairment, or reduced cardiac, hepatic or renal function, history of peptic ulceration or inflammatory bowel disease or bleeding diathesis. Isolated cases of systemic adverse reactions consisting of renal dysfunction have been reported.
Topical application of large amounts may result in systemic effects, including hypersensitivity and asthma.
The treatment should be interrupted if rash appears.
The recommended length of treatment should not be exceeded due to the risk of developing contact dermatitis and photosensitivity reactions increasing over time.
Duration of treatment should be kept to a minimum as the risk of developing contact dermatitis and photosensitivity reactions increases over time.
Hands should be washed thoroughly after each application of the product.
Treatment should be discontinued immediately upon development of any skin reaction including cutaneous reactions after co-application of octocrylene containing products.
It is recommended to protect treated areas by wearing clothing during treatment with the product and for two weeks following its discontinuation to avoid the risk of photosensitisation.
Not for use with occlusive dressing.
The gel must not come into contact with mucous membranes or the eyes.
Patients with asthma combined with chronic rhinitis, chronic sinusitis, and/or nasal polyposis have a higher risk of allergy to aspirin and/or Nonsteroidal Antiinflammatory Drugs than the rest of the population.
Keep out of the reach and sight of children.
Undesirable effects may be reduced by using the minimum effective dose for the shortest possible duration. The total dose of product should not exceed 25 g of gel daily. If there is no improvement, or the condition is aggravated the doctor should be consulted. The safety and efficacy of ketoprofen gel in children have not been established.
Driving and Using Machines: Effects on ability to drive and use machines are not known.
