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Aerphe Nac Tablet (Aceclofenac)

Aerphe Nac Tablet (Aceclofenac)

Prescription medicationTablet경구
Ingredient · strength
Aceclofenac›100mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
(주)동구바이오제약
Appearance
Round, white, film-coated tablet
Packaging
30 tablets/bottle, 500 tablets/bottle
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 200101246 · Notified 2001.07.16 · Insurance code 657302780

Summary

Main use
Relief from arthritis and pain such as rheumatoid arthritis and ankylosing spondylitis
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
As aceclofenac, take 100 mg twice daily every 12 hours. Do not chew or crush this medication; swallow it whole. Adjust dosage as appropriate for symptoms. To minimize cardiovascular adverse reactions of this medication, it should be administered at the lowest effective dose for the shortest duration.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
(주)동구바이오제약

Efficacy & effects

Relief from arthritis and pain such as rheumatoid arthritis and ankylosing spondylitis

  • Rheumatoid arthritis
  • ankylosing spondylitis
  • osteoarthritis
  • periarticular inflammation
  • toothache
  • inflammation
  • low back pain
  • sciatica
  • pain from non-articular rheumatism
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This medication is used for chronic inflammatory joint diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, and osteoarthritis. It is also effective for periarticular inflammation around the shoulder, toothache, inflammation occurring after trauma, low back pain, and sciatica. It helps alleviate pain caused by non-articular rheumatism. In summary, this medication is used to improve various inflammatory diseases and pain.

How to take

Adult dose

As aceclofenac, take 100 mg twice daily every 12 hours. Do not chew or crush this medication; swallow it whole. Adjust dosage as appropriate for symptoms. To minimize cardiovascular adverse reactions of this medication, it should be administered at the lowest effective dose for the shortest duration.

Precautions

This medication may cause gastric bleeding in people who regularly consume more than three glasses of alcohol daily, so it is essential to consult with a doctor or pharmacist. It may increase the risk of cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases, so patients with risk factors such as heart failure, hypertension, diabetes, and smoking should carefully consider taking it. Take the lowest possible dose for the shortest duration while regularly assessing therapeutic effects and side effects. Serious gastrointestinal adverse reactions such as gastrointestinal bleeding, ulcers, and perforation may occur, so elderly patients or those with a history of gastrointestinal disorders should be particularly cautious. Those with active peptic ulcers or bleeding or who are allergic to this medication or similar drugs should not take it. Patients with asthma or aspirin sensitivity, severe heart failure, severe kidney or liver disease, pregnant women in the late stages of pregnancy, and nursing mothers should also avoid this medication. Patients with kidney disease, heart failure, hypertension, the elderly, and those with liver impairment should be extremely cautious when taking this medication and require thorough monitoring by healthcare professionals. This medication can cause various side effects such as dizziness, abnormal liver enzyme levels, gastrointestinal disturbances, and skin rashes, and any unusual symptoms should be reported to healthcare providers immediately. Regular blood tests and liver and kidney function tests are necessary with long-term use, and if sudden skin rashes or breathing difficulties occur, the medication should be discontinued immediately. This medication has many interactions with other drugs, so patients taking anticoagulants, diuretics, antihypertensives, or anticancer drugs must consult their doctor. Women who are pregnant or planning to become pregnant are advised to avoid this medication, and nursing mothers should refrain from taking it as well. Safety in children and adolescents has not been established, so it is preferable not to use it in this age group. Elderly patients are at higher risk for severe side effects such as gastrointestinal bleeding and should be more cautious when taking it. In case of overdose, gastrointestinal irritation, hypotension, respiratory depression, and seizures may occur; immediate medical attention is required.

Side effects and when to seek care immediately

Serious side effects

  • Hives
  • severe swelling (edema)
  • anaphylaxis
  • severe allergic reactions
  • thrombocytopenia
  • leukopenia
  • shock
  • anemia
  • hemolytic anemia
  • aplastic anemia
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  • agranulocytosis
  • myocardial infarction
  • stroke
  • myocardial infarction
  • heart failure
  • palpitations
  • hypertension
  • shortness of breath
  • bronchospasm
  • asthma attacks
  • wheezing
  • gastrointestinal bleeding
  • peptic ulcers
  • perforation
  • stomatitis
  • hematemesis
  • melena
  • liver abnormalities (jaundice)
  • liver failure
  • hepatitis
  • jaundice

Mild side effects

  • Dizziness
  • abnormal liver enzyme levels
  • itching
  • rash
  • anemia
  • hyperkalemia
  • depression
  • vivid dreams
  • insomnia
  • visual disturbances
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  • optic neuritis
  • sensory disturbances
  • tremors
  • drowsiness
  • headache
  • taste disorders
  • stiff neck
  • fever
  • disorientation
  • confusion
  • hallucinations
  • tinnitus
  • fatigue
  • palpitations
  • facial flushing
  • hypertension
  • heart failure
  • shortness of breath
  • bronchospasm
  • wheezing
  • dyspepsia
  • abdominal pain
  • nausea
  • diarrhea
  • abdominal bloating
  • gastritis
  • constipation
  • vomiting
  • oral ulcers

Not everyone experiences these, and they can vary from person to person.

Storage

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container as it may be sensitive to air or moisture. Additionally, it is recommended to store the medication at a cool room temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. This will help maintain the effectiveness of the medication and ensure its safe use.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Round, white, film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 500 tablets/bottle

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