Acrofen Tablet (Aceclofenac)

Adult dose

As aceclofenac, take 100 mg every 12 hours, twice a day. Do not chew or crush the tablet; swallow it whole. Adjust according to symptoms. To minimize cardiovascular adverse reactions, it should be given at the lowest effective dose for the shortest duration.

This medication should be consulted with a doctor or pharmacist before use by individuals who regularly consume more than three drinks daily, as the risk of gastrointestinal bleeding may increase with use. It may affect the heart and cerebral blood vessels, hence patients with cardiovascular disease risks should use it cautiously. In particular, if there are risk factors such as hypertension, diabetes, or smoking, the use should be discussed with a doctor, and ideally, it should be taken at the lowest dosage for the shortest duration necessary. This medication can burden the stomach and should not be used by patients with a history of stomach ulcers or bleeding. Additionally, elderly patients or those with a history of gastrointestinal disorders should be cautious, as serious adverse reactions like gastrointestinal bleeding may occur. Patients with heart failure, and kidney and liver dysfunction need to take special caution while using this medication, and depending on their conditions, use should be avoided or done under strict medical supervision. In late pregnancy, this medication may harm the fetus, so it should not be used during this period; during early or mid-pregnancy, it should be taken at the minimum dosage after consultation with a doctor. Nursing women should also discontinue breastfeeding or consult a doctor while taking this medication. This medication may interact with other drugs, so patients taking anticoagulants, diuretics, blood pressure medications, or diabetes medications should definitely consult a doctor. If symptoms such as dizziness, skin rash, or difficulty breathing occur during use, inform medical personnel immediately for treatment. The safety and efficacy of this medication in children and adolescents have not been established, and it is advisable not to use it in this population. Lastly, this medication should be stored out of reach of children and should not be transferred to other containers.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), severe allergic reactions, severe rash with high fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in oral/ocular mucosa, severe skin reactions, difficulty breathing or shortness of breath, asthma attacks, respiratory abnormalities with coughing and fever, breathing problems, yellowing of skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme lethargy, liver abnormalities (jaundice), sudden and severe headache, lightning headache, seizures, loss of consciousness.

Mild side effects

• Dizziness
• abnormal liver enzyme levels
• itching
• rash
• skin reactions
• anemia
• leukopenia
• thrombocytopenia
• neutropenia
• hemolytic anemia

The medication may be sensitive to air and moisture, so it should be stored in a tightly sealed container. The storage temperature should be maintained between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius (room temperature). Proper storage will ensure the medication's effectiveness.

Appearance

This medication is a white, round film-coated tablet.

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle