Pax Tablet (Dexibuprofen)

Adult dose

The recommended dose of dexibuprofen is 300 mg per dose, administered 2 to 4 times daily. However, the total daily dose of dexibuprofen should not exceed 1,200 mg.

This medication may cause gastric bleeding in individuals who frequently consume more than three alcoholic drinks per day, so consultation with a doctor or pharmacist is essential. This medication can impact the cardiovascular system, increasing the risk of serious issues such as myocardial infarction or stroke. Caution is especially necessary for those with cardiovascular disease or risk factors, and if such symptoms appear, immediate consultation with medical personnel is required. This medication can cause serious adverse reactions such as gastric bleeding, ulcers, or perforations, with increased risk especially in older individuals or those taking it for a long time. Rapid assessment and treatment are needed if gastrointestinal symptoms occur during use. Individuals with a history of gastric ulcers, bleeding, severe liver or kidney dysfunction, severe heart failure, severe hypertension, or asthma should not take this medication. The risk of side effects increases when taken with aspirin or other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, and high doses of methotrexate, so concurrent use is not recommended. It is recommended to either stop breastfeeding or discontinue the medication while taking this drug, as dizziness or fatigue may occur, requiring caution when driving or operating machinery. Individuals with blood disorders, liver or kidney diseases, hypertension, heart failure, or a history of allergies should consult medical personnel before using this medication. If shock, severe skin rashes, serious gastrointestinal symptoms, shortness of breath, abnormal liver function, or kidney failure symptoms occur during treatment, immediate cessation of the medication and consultation with medical personnel are necessary. This medication should be taken at the lowest effective dose for the shortest possible duration, with regular blood tests and liver and kidney function tests to monitor condition. Particularly after six months of pregnancy, this medication could affect the fetus, so avoidance is recommended, and women planning to become pregnant should consult before taking it. In case of overdose, seek immediate medical attention for appropriate treatment, even if no specific symptoms are present. Keep out of reach of children, and store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweats, pallor, severe rash with high fever, blistering, skin peeling, pain in mouth/eye mucosa, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attack, respiratory distress accompanying cough and fever, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme lethargy, sudden and severe headache, thunderclap headache, seizures, altered consciousness, abnormal vision, paralysis, urinary retention

Mild side effects

• Dyspepsia
• abdominal bloating
• heartburn
• upper abdominal pain
• diarrhea
• constipation
• loss of appetite
• nausea
• vomiting
• abdominal pain

Drug interactions

Do not take this medication with aspirin, other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, or high doses of methotrexate. Corticosteroids, alcohol, digoxin, phenytoin, probenecid, sulfapyridine, sulfonylureas, ACE inhibitors or angiotensin II receptor antagonists, diuretics, lithium, anticoagulants, baclofen, immunosuppressants, thrombolytics, ticlopidine, antithrombotics, and increase in serum potassium levels.

This medication may be sensitive to air or moisture, so it should be stored in a tightly sealed container. It is best to maintain storage temperatures between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. Doing so will help safely preserve the medication's efficacy.

Appearance

Pink oblong film-coated tablets

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle