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Fenoprofen

Also known as fenoprofen calcium
Available on requestRheumatology
Presentations
4
Brands
1
Manufacturers
1
Available from stock
0

Fenoprofen is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug indicated for relief of mild to moderate pain in adults, among other approved uses. It is available as capsules for oral use. MedsAcross supplies Fenoprofen for export from India to licensed hospitals, importers and physicians acting for named patients, with the documents each country requires.

Information from the US FDA prescribing information, retrieved 12 November 2026. Not yet medically reviewed.How we review

Key facts

Pharmacological class
Anti-Inflammatory Agents, Nonsteroidal Anti-inflammatory Drug, Cyclooxygenase Inhibitors
ATC classification
M01AE04 Fenoprofen · Anti-inflammatory and antirheumatic medicines, subgroup M01A, subgroup M01AE
US FDA first approval
16 March 1976
EU status
Not recorded
Orphan designation
Not recorded
WHO essential medicine
Not recorded
India (CDSCO)
Not yet confirmed against CDSCO approval lists
Routes
Oral
Dosage forms
Capsule
Identifiers
UNII RA33EAC7KYRxCUI 4331CAS 29679-58-1DrugBank DB00573Q2555245

Clinical information

From the regulator-approved product information. Each section names its source.

Uses

1. INDICATIONS AND USAGE FENOPROFEN CALCIUM is indicated for: • Relief of mild to moderate pain in adults • Relief of the signs and symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis • Relief of the signs and symptoms of osteoarthritis FENOPROFEN CALCIUM is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug indicated for: Relief of mild to moderate pain in adults. Relief of the signs and symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis. Relief of the signs and symptoms of osteoarthritis.

Source: US FDA prescribing information

How it works

Fenoprofen has analgesic, anti-inflammatory, and antipyretic properties. The mechanism of action of FENOPROFEN CALCIUM, like that of other NSAIDs, is not completely understood but involves inhibition of cyclooxygenase (COX-1 and COX-2). Fenoprofen is a potent inhibitor of prostaglandin synthesis in vitro. Fenoprofen concentrations reached during therapy have produced in vivo effects. Prostaglandins sensitize afferent nerves and potentiate the action of bradykinin in inducing pain in animal models. Prostaglandins are mediators of inflammation. Because fenoprofen is an inhibitor of prostaglandin synthesis, its mode of action may be due to a decrease of prostaglandins in peripheral tissues.

Source: US FDA prescribing information

Dosing overview

2. DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Use the lowest effective dosage for the shortest duration consistent with individual patient treatment goals. Analgesia: For the treatment of mild to moderate pain, the recommended dosage is 200 mg given orally every 4 to 6 hours, as needed. Rheumatoid Arthritis and Osteoarthritis: For the relief of signs and symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis or osteoarthritis the recommended dose is 400 to 600 mg given orally, 3 or 4 times a day. The dose should be tailored to the needs of the patient and may be increased or decreased depending on the severity of the symptoms. Dosage adjustments may be made after initiation of drug therapy or during exacerbations of the disease. Total daily dosage should not exceed 3,200 mg.

Source: US FDA prescribing information

Contraindications

4. CONTRAINDICATIONS FENOPROFEN CALCIUM is contraindicated in the following patients: Known hypersensitivity (e.g., anaphylactic reactions and serious skin reactions) to fenoprofen or any components of the drug product History of asthma, urticaria, or other allergic-type reactions after taking aspirin or other NSAIDs. Severe, sometimes fatal, anaphylactic reactions to NSAIDs have been reported in such patients In the setting of coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery • Known hypersensitivity to fenoprofen or any components of the drug product. • History of asthma, urticaria, or other allergic-type reactions after taking aspirin or other NSAIDs. • In the setting of (CABG) surgery

Source: US FDA prescribing information

Warnings and precautions

Boxed warning (risk of serious cardiovascular and gastrointestinal events): Cardiovascular Thrombic Events Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) cause an increased risk of serious cardiovascular thrombotic events, including myocardial infarction and stroke, which can be fatal. This risk may occur early in treatment and may increase with duration of use. 5. WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS Warning and Precautions • Hepatotoxicity: Inform patients of warning signs and symptoms of hepatotoxicity. Discontinue if abnormal liver tests persist or worsen or if clinical signs and symptoms of liver disease develop. • Hypertension: Patients taking some antihypertensive medications may have impaired response to these therapies when taking NSAIDs. Monitor blood pressure.

Source: US FDA prescribing information

Side effects

6. ADVERSE REACTIONS The following adverse reactions are discussed in greater detail in other sections of the labeling: • Cardiovascular Thrombotic Events • GI Bleeding, Ulceration and Perforation • Hepatotoxicity • Hypertension • Heart Failure and Edema • Renal Toxicity and Hyperkalemia • Anaphylactic Reactions • Serious Skin Reactions • Hematologic Toxicity Most common adverse reactions (incidence ≥ 5%) are Dyspepsia, headache, somnolence, nausea, dizziness, constipation, nervousness, asthenia, and peripheral edema.

Source: US FDA prescribing information

Interactions

7. DRUG INTERACTIONS See Table 1 for clinically significant drug interactions with fenoprophen. Table 1: Clinically Significant Drug Interactions with Fenoprofen Drugs That Interfere with Hemostasis Clinical Impact: Fenoprofen and anticoagulants such as warfarin have a synergistic effect on bleeding. The concomitant use of fenoprofen and anticoagulants have an increased risk of serious bleeding compared to the use of either drug alone. Serotonin release by platelets plays an important role in hemostasis. Case-control and cohort epidemiological studies showed that concomitant use of drugs that interfere with serotonin reuptake and an NSAID may potentiate the risk of bleeding more than an NSAID alone.

Source: US FDA prescribing information

Storage

Store at room temperature 20°C to 25°C (68°F to 77°F), excursions permitted between 15°C to 30°C (59°F to 86°F).

Source: US FDA prescribing information

For healthcare professionals and buyers. This is not medical advice. Treatment decisions belong to the prescriber.

All presentations

4 presentations of Fenoprofen, sorted by availability.

MedicineManufacturerRegisterAvailability
Fenoprofen 400 mg capsuleOralGeneric name—US FDAAvailable on request
Fenoprofen 200 mg capsuleOralGeneric name—US FDAAvailable on request
Fenoprofen 300 mg capsuleOralGeneric name—US FDAAvailable on request
Fenopron TM 300 mg capsuleOralGalt PharmaceuticalsUS FDAAvailable on request

Brands by market

1 brand names across 1 markets.

Brand names by country

United States

Manufacturers

Regulatory status

Approval facts from US FDA, EMA and CDSCO data, and registration status by country where we hold register data.

RegisterStatusSource
US FDAFirst approved 16 March 1976Drugs@FDA
EU (EMA)Not recorded—
India (CDSCO)Not yet confirmed against CDSCO approval lists—
United StatesRegisteredUS FDA (NDC directory, openFDA)Checked 12 November 2026

Conditions

Conditions linked to Fenoprofen in public data. This is not a list of approved uses, see the clinical information.

Questions and answers

Is Fenoprofen available for export from India?

Yes, on request. MedsAcross lists 4 presentations of Fenoprofen and sources them for licensed hospitals, importers and physicians against valid import documents.

What brand names does Fenoprofen have?

The catalogue lists 1 brand names for Fenoprofen, including Fenopron TM.

Is Fenoprofen approved by the US FDA?

Yes. The US FDA first approved Fenoprofen on 16 March 1976, according to Drugs@FDA.

Does Fenoprofen need cold chain shipping?

No listed presentation of Fenoprofen is recorded as needing a cold chain. Storage conditions are shown on each presentation page.

Which ATC class is Fenoprofen in?

Fenoprofen is classified under ATC code M01AE04 (Fenoprofen).

References

  1. Fenoprofen Calcium prescribing information (Misemer Pharmaceuticals). U.S. National Library of Medicine, DailyMed. Retrieved 20 August 2026

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