Clinical Comparison of Dexketoprofen Trometamol, Ketoprofen, and Placebo in Dental Pain.

The efficacy and tolerability of single doses of dexketoprofen trometamol12.5 mg, 25 mg, and 50 mg and ketoprofen 50 mg were compared in this double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled study of 210 patients with moderate to severe pain after removal of one mandibular impacted third molar tooth. Pain intensity and pain relief were monitored for 6 h after administration of medication using visual analogue and verbal rating scales.