Roxpen Tablet (Loxoprofen Sodium)

Adult dose

1. For indications 1 and 2: Adults may take 60 mg of Loxoprofen Sodium (anhydrous) orally three times a day. For a single dose, 60-120 mg may be administered orally. 2. For indication 3: Adults may take 60 mg of Loxoprofen Sodium (anhydrous) orally. In principle, it can be taken twice a day, with a maximum daily dose of 180 mg. Taking on an empty stomach should be avoided.

This medicine may cause gastrointestinal bleeding when taken by individuals who regularly consume more than three glasses of alcohol daily, so it is essential to consult a doctor or pharmacist. This medicine can increase the risk of cardiovascular disease, so those with a history of heart or blood vessel problems or risk factors must exercise particular caution and report any cardiovascular symptoms experienced during use to medical personnel immediately. It can cause serious gastrointestinal issues such as gastrointestinal bleeding, ulcers, and perforations, so particularly elderly patients or those with a history of gastrointestinal disease need to be cautious when using this medicine. Individuals with peptic ulcers, severe blood disorders, extremely poor liver or kidney function, heart failure, drug allergies, and pregnant or breastfeeding women should not take this medicine. Those with a history of gastrointestinal ulcers, blood disorders, or liver or kidney diseases should use this medicine with caution and carefully monitor their condition while taking it. Allergic reactions such as skin rash, hives, difficulty breathing, and low blood pressure may occur, so if any abnormal symptoms appear, use should be stopped immediately and medical personnel should be consulted. If symptoms such as gastrointestinal bleeding, abdominal pain, nausea, or vomiting occur, the use of this medicine should be stopped immediately and appropriate treatment should be obtained. This medicine can cause neurological symptoms such as drowsiness, dizziness, or headaches, so caution should be exercised when driving or operating dangerous machinery. Serious side effects such as liver dysfunction, decreased kidney function, blood disorders, and heart function deterioration may occur, so regular check-ups are necessary and use should be discontinued if abnormal signs occur. Using this medicine in conjunction with other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs can increase the risk of side effects, so it is advisable not to combine them. It may interact with other medications, so if any other medications are currently being taken, the doctor or pharmacist should be informed, especially when taken with antihypertensives, anticoagulants, diuretics, lithium, or methotrexate. It should not be taken during pregnancy, especially in the late stages, as it may pose a risk to the fetus, and women of childbearing potential should use the lowest dose for the shortest duration after consultation with their doctor. It is advisable for breastfeeding women not to take this medicine. Safety in children has not been established, so it is preferable not to use it in children. Elderly patients should be particularly cautious as the risk of side effects is higher.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe allergic reactions, severe rash with fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in the mucous membranes of the mouth/eyes, severe skin adverse reactions, asthma attacks, respiratory problems accompanied by cough + fever, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, respiratory issues, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme lethargy, liver issues (jaundice), sudden and serious

Mild side effects

• Rash
• itching
• fever
• abdominal pain
• discomfort in the upper abdomen
• loss of appetite
• nausea
• vomiting
• diarrhea
• constipation

This medicine may be sensitive to air or moisture, so it must be stored in a tightly sealed container at room temperature. This helps maintain the effectiveness of the medicine for a longer time.

Appearance

White round tablet

Package unit

Domestic use: 30 tablets/bottle, 500 tablets/bottle Export use: 10 tablets (10 tablets/PTP X 1)