Medication info

Jifen Tablet 300 mg (Dexibuprofen)

OTC medicationApproval withdrawn
Ingredient · strength
Dexibuprofen›Strength being verified
Manufacturer / importer
삼남제약(주)
Appearance
White oblong film-coated tablet
Packaging
30 tablets/bottle, 500 tablets/bottle
Approval status
Approval withdrawn

MFDS item code 200201233 · Notified 2002.07.24

This product's status changed to Approval withdrawn on 2023.04.13. It may no longer be sold, so consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking it.

Summary

Main use
Relief of arthritis and inflammation, including chronic polyarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis
Who uses it
Adults
Adult dosage
For dexibuprofen, take 300 mg orally 2 to 4 times a day. However, do not exceed 1,200 mg of dexibuprofen per day.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
삼남제약(주)

Efficacy & effects

Relief of arthritis and inflammation, including chronic polyarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis

  • Chronic polyarthritis
  • rheumatoid arthritis
  • osteoarthritis
  • ankylosing spondylitis
  • painful swelling
  • inflammation
  • pain
  • fever
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This medicine is effective for chronic inflammatory joint diseases such as chronic polyarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis. It is also used for the treatment of osteoarthritis and ankylosing spondylitis, and helps relieve pain and swelling due to trauma or post-surgery inflammation. In addition, it is used as an adjunctive treatment for various infectious diseases accompanied by inflammation, pain, and fever. Overall, it improves various inflammatory diseases and pain symptoms.

Dosage and Administration

Adult dosage

For dexibuprofen, take 300 mg orally 2 to 4 times a day. However, do not exceed 1,200 mg of dexibuprofen per day.

Precautions

This medication may cause gastrointestinal bleeding if taken by individuals who regularly consume more than three alcoholic drinks a day, so it is essential to consult a doctor or pharmacist. This medication may increase the risk of cardiovascular disease, and caution is especially required for patients with existing cardiovascular conditions or risk factors. This medication can cause severe gastrointestinal adverse reactions such as gastrointestinal bleeding, ulcers, and perforations, so extra care should be taken by the elderly or those with a history of gastrointestinal diseases. Patients with gastrointestinal ulcers or bleeding, severe liver or kidney disorders, severe heart failure, and high blood pressure should not take this medication. Combining this medication with aspirin or other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs may increase the risk of gastrointestinal bleeding, so it is advisable not to take them together. While taking this medication, breastfeeding should be avoided, and caution is needed when driving or operating machinery since dizziness or fatigue may occur. Patients with blood disorders, liver disorders, kidney disorders, high blood pressure, cardiovascular diseases, and the elderly, children, and pregnant women must consult healthcare professionals before taking this medication. This medication may result in various side effects, including severe allergic reactions, skin rashes, liver function abnormalities, and kidney issues, so if any unusual symptoms occur, the medication should be stopped immediately and healthcare professionals should be consulted. This medication should be taken at the lowest effective dose for the shortest duration possible, and regular blood tests as well as kidney and liver function tests may be necessary. In case of overdose, even if no symptoms are present, immediate medical attention should be sought, and gastric lavage or dilution may be required. Keep this medication out of reach of children and store it in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.

Side effects and when to seek care immediately

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe rash with high fever, blisters, peeling skin, pain in the mucous membranes of the mouth/eyes, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, respiratory abnormalities accompanied by cough and fever, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme lethargy, sudden and severe headache, thunderclap headache, seizures, altered consciousness, visual disturbances, paralysis, urination

Mild side effects

  • Dyspepsia
  • abdominal bloating
  • heartburn
  • upper abdominal pain
  • diarrhea
  • constipation
  • loss of appetite
  • nausea
  • vomiting
  • abdominal pain
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  • discomfort in the upper abdomen
  • thirst
  • stomatitis
  • erythema multiforme
  • hair loss
  • angioedema
  • rash
  • itching
  • purpura
  • eczema
  • photosensitivity reactions
  • rhinitis
  • acute pneumonia
  • otitis media
  • hearing loss
  • tinnitus
  • taste disturbances
  • fatigue
  • drowsiness
  • headache
  • dizziness
  • anxiety
  • restlessness
  • confusion
  • depression
  • mental disorders
  • irritability
  • excitement
  • spatial disorientation

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

Storage

Store this medication in a tightly closed container to prevent exposure to air and moisture. It is important to maintain a storage temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. Proper storage will help maintain the effectiveness of the medication.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

White oblong film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 500 tablets/bottle

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This drug information is based on data provided by the Korea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
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