What is novafen?

Novafen is the brand name for fenoprofen, which is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) medication available under a variety of brand names.

> - It is used to provide temporary relief from mild to moderate pain from various conditions such as headache, toothache, menstrual cramps, and minor arthritis pain.

Fenoprofen belongs to a group of pain medications called nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) that relieve pain, inflammation, and fever. Like other NSAIDs, fenoprofen inhibits an enzyme known as cyclooxygenase (COX) which is involved in the synthesis of prostaglandins that play a major role in mediating inflammation, fever, and transmitting the sensation of pain to the brain. By blocking COX enzyme, production of prostaglandins is blocked resulting in a reduction of inflammation, fever, and pain. Additionally, it possesses some mild analgesic activity due to its weak COX-2 enzyme inhibition in the central nervous system (CNS).

Novafen works by reducing hormones that cause swelling and pain in the body.

Novafen does not cure the condition that is causing the discomfort.