Suprofen
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Suprofen
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| Systematic (IUPAC) name | |
| 2-(4-Thiophen-2-ylcarbonylphenyl)propanoic acid | |
| Identifiers | |
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| ATC code | M01 |
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| Chemical data | |
| Formula | C14H12O3S |
| Mol. mass | 260.309 g/mol |
| Pharmacokinetic data | |
| Bioavailability | ? |
| Protein binding | 20% |
| Metabolism | ? |
| Half life | ? |
| Excretion | ? |
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| Routes | ? |
Suprofen is an NSAID marketed in a 1% solution under the trade name Profenal.
[edit] Uses
Suprofen was originally used as a tablet but has since been discontinued in that form.[1] It is now used exclusively as a topical ophthalmic solution, typically to prevent miosis during and after ophthalmic surgery.
[edit] References
- ^ http://www.fda.gov/ora/compliance_ref/cpg/cpgdrg/cpg460-200.html Guidance for FDA Staff and Industry Compliance Policy Guides Manual Sec. 460.200
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