Proquazone Explained

Proquazone is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug, known as an NSAID.^[1]

Uses

Proquazone is used to treat rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis and ankylosing spondylitis. It has been trialed for use as pain relief for tension headaches.^[2]

The recommended adult dose is around 450mg.

Side Effects

Often, use of Proquazone is associated with diarrhea (up to 30% of the time).

Notes and References

1. Clissold SP, Beresford R . Proquazone. A review of its pharmacodynamic and pharmacokinetic properties, and therapeutic efficacy in rheumatic diseases and pain states . Drugs . 33 . 5 . 478–502 . May 1987 . 3297621 . 10.2165/00003495-198733050-00004 . 195697106 .
2. DiSerio FJ, Friedman AP, Parno J, Singer JM . Proquazone for tension headache--a multicenter trial . Headache . 25 . 3 . 127–133 . May 1985 . 3891682 . 10.1111/j.1526-4610.1985.hed2503127.x . 9283866 .