Aniphen Tablet 150 mg (Dexibuprofen)

Adult dose

For adults, 300 mg of dexibuprofen should be taken orally 2-4 times daily with meals, not exceeding 1,200 mg of dexibuprofen.

Child dose

Children over 6 years of age should take approximately 15 mg of dexibuprofen per kg of body weight divided into 2-4 oral doses per day. Children weighing less than 30 kg should not exceed a total daily dose of 300 mg.

Those who regularly consume more than three alcoholic beverages per day may experience gastrointestinal bleeding while taking this medication, so consultation with a doctor or pharmacist is essential. This medication may increase the risk of cardiovascular diseases, thus patients with a history of heart disease or stroke or those with risk factors should use it with caution. This medication can cause serious gastrointestinal issues such as bleeding, ulcers, and perforation, so caution is necessary, especially for the elderly or those with a history of gastrointestinal disease. Patients with gastrointestinal ulcers or bleeding, severe liver or kidney dysfunction, severe heart failure, or hypertension should not take this medication. Taking this medication together with aspirin or other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs may increase cardiovascular risks and the risk of gastrointestinal bleeding, therefore combination should be avoided. Caution is advised while driving or operating machinery during treatment, as dizziness or fatigue could increase the risk of accidents. Pregnant women after 6 months should avoid taking this medication as it may pose risks to the fetus. This medication can be transmitted through breast milk and may cause serious side effects in infants, so nursing mothers should discontinue the medication or stop breastfeeding. Individuals with blood disorders, liver or kidney diseases, hypertension, or heart failure should consult a doctor before taking this medication. Long-term use of this medication requires periodic blood tests and liver/kidney function tests, and any abnormal symptoms should prompt immediate discontinuation and consultation with a doctor. In case of severe allergic reactions, skin rashes, difficulty breathing, jaundice, or blood abnormalities, treatment should be stopped immediately and medical advice sought. This medication may affect fetal kidney function, particularly after the 20th week of pregnancy, so the dosing period and dosage should be minimized, and amniotic fluid status should be monitored if necessary. In the event of overdose, even if there are no clear symptoms, immediate medical attention should be sought for proper treatment. This medication should be stored out of reach of children, kept away from direct sunlight, and stored in a cool place with low humidity. Transferring to another container can lead to accidents or quality degradation, so caution is warranted.

Serious side effects

• Urticaria
• severe swelling (edema)
• chest tightness
• difficulty breathing
• cold sweat
• pallor
• severe rash with fever
• blisters
• skin peeling
• pain in oral/eye mucous membranes

Mild side effects

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

Drug interactions

Do not take this medication in conjunction with aspirin, other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, or high doses of methotrexate. Also, avoid corticosteroids, alcohol, digoxin, phenytoin, probenecid, sulfinpyrazone, sulfonylureas, ACE inhibitors or angiotensin II receptor antagonists, diuretics, lithium, anticoagulants like coumarin agents, baclofen, immunosuppressants, thrombolytics, ticlopidine, antithrombotic agents, and anything that could increase serum potassium levels.

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to prevent air or moisture from entering. It is recommended to maintain a storage temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature.

Appearance

Pink oval film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle