First Aid for Orudis Overdose

First Aid for Orudis Overdose

Contributed byMaulik P. Purohit MD MPHSep 21, 2017

The topic First Aid for Orudis Overdose you are seeking is a synonym, or alternative name, or is closely related to the topic First Aid for Ketoprofen Overdose.

Please find relevant information on First Aid for Orudis Overdose regarding cause, signs & symptoms, administration of first aid treatment, prognosis, preventive measures, and additional resources HERE.

Quick Summary:

  • Ketoprofen is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that relieves pain, fever, and swelling. It is sold as Orudis and Oruvail among others
  • Ketoprofen Overdose is the accidental or intentional intake of the drug in dosage higher than prescribed
  • The condition is diagnosed based upon the clinical history, combination of signs and symptoms, and additional tests (that may include, in some cases, radiological studies and laboratory tests)

Note:

  • In case of an emergency, call 911 (or your local emergency number) for assistance
  • In case of an overdose, call National Poison Control Center at 800-222-1222 (or your local poison control center) and follow instructions
  • Provide them with information such as dosage, type, strength and time of ingestion of medication, age, weight and general health status of affected individual

What are some Useful Resources for Additional Information for Orudis Overdose?

National Capital Poison Center (USA)
3201 New Mexico Ave, Suite 310 Washington, DC 20016
Administrative Line: (202) 362-3867
Emergency Line: 1 (800) 222-1222
Fax: (202) 362-8377
Email: pc@poison.org
Website: http://www.poison.org

American Association of Poison Control Centers (USA)
515 King St., Suite 510, Alexandria, VA 22314
Phone: (703) 894-1858
Email: info@aapcc.org
Website: http://www.aapcc.org

References and Information Sources used on Orudis Overdose:

https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/002661.htm (accessed on 09/21/2017)

http://keckmedicine.adam.com/content.aspx?productId=117&pid=1&gid=002661 (accessed on 09/21/2017)

https://www.rxwiki.com/ketoprofen (accessed on 09/21/2017)

https://www.fda.gov/ForConsumers/ConsumerUpdates/ucm253338.htm (accessed on 09/21/2017)

Helpful Peer-Reviewed Medical Articles on Orudis Overdose:

Raekallio, M. R., Honkavaara, J. M., Säkkinen, M. S., & Peltoniemi, S. M. (2007). Effects of urine alkalization and activated charcoal on the pharmacokinetics of orally administered carprofen in dogs. American journal of veterinary research68(4), 423-427.

Pollitt, C. C. (2010). Medical therapy of laminitis. Diagnosis and Management of Lameness in the Horse-E-Book, 371.

Lamon, T. K., Browder, E. J., Sohrabji, F., & Ihrig, M. (2008). Adverse effects of incorporating ketoprofen into established rodent studies. Journal of the American Association for Laboratory Animal Science47(4), 20-24.

Kokki, H., & Kokki, M. (2010). Ketoprofen versus paracetamol (acetaminophen) or ibuprofen in the management of fever. Clinical drug investigation30(6), 375-386.

Kokki, H., & Kokki, M. (2010). Dose-finding studies of ketoprofen in the management of fever in children. Clinical drug investigation30(4), 251-258.

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