Ketoprofen gel can ease joint pain

Los Angeles Times: "I have swelling and pain in my joints. A cousin with arthritis recommended ketoprofen gel. What can you tell me about this medicine, its side effects and its interactions with other drugs? Ketoprofen, like ibuprofen, is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug. You won't find this on the shelf in a chain store, but some pharmacists can compound this topical treatment without a prescription. "