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Tamalen Tablets (Talniflumate)

Tamalen Tablets (Talniflumate)

Prescription medicationTabletOral
Ingredient · strength
Talniflumate›370mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
Teragen Etex Co., Ltd.
Appearance
Orange round film-coated tablets
Packaging
30 tablets/bottle, 500 tablets/bottle
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 200402408 · Notified 2004.05.18 · Insurance code 698500190

Summary

Main use
Relief of arthritis (including rheumatoid arthritis)
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
Administer 370 mg of talniflumate orally 3 times daily. In severe cases, administer 740 mg per dose. Adjust the dose as appropriate according to age and symptoms.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
Teragen Etex Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Relief of arthritis (including rheumatoid arthritis)

  • Rheumatoid arthritis
  • osteoarthritis
  • degenerative arthritis
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This medicine is primarily used for rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis (degenerative arthritis).

How to take

Adult dose

Administer 370 mg of talniflumate orally 3 times daily. In severe cases, administer 740 mg per dose. Adjust the dose as appropriate according to age and symptoms.

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 with a doctor or pharmacist. This medication may affect the cardiovascular system, increasing the risk of myocardial infarction or stroke, so individuals with cardiovascular diseases or risk factors should take special care. Additionally, this medication can cause serious gastrointestinal issues such as gastrointestinal bleeding, ulcers, and perforation, so caution is warranted for the elderly or those with a history of gastrointestinal disorders. Individuals with a history of peptic ulcers or allergies to this drug or its ingredients, as well as those who have hypersensitivity reactions to aspirin or other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, should not take this medication. It is also safest for women who are pregnant or may become pregnant, as well as nursing mothers, not to use this medication. Those with poor liver or kidney function, inadequate heart function, the elderly, or those taking diuretics should use this medication cautiously and follow a doctor's instructions. This medication may produce various side effects, including nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, skin rash, hives, dizziness, etc., and any unusual symptoms should be discussed with healthcare professionals immediately. Moreover, blood pressure increases, heart failure, and renal function decline may occur, so it is essential to regularly monitor blood pressure and kidney function during treatment. The risk of side effects may increase if this medication is used together with other anti-inflammatory drugs, so combination therapy should be avoided. It should not be taken in the late stages of pregnancy as it can affect the fetus, and during lactation, caution is necessary as safety has not been confirmed. This medication should not be administered to children under 12, and the elderly should use the minimum dose cautiously. Finally, this medication should be stored out of the reach of children and should not be transferred to another container as this is important for maintaining quality and safety.

Side effects

  • nausea
  • vomiting
  • photosensitivity
  • asthma attack
  • systemic fatigue due to hypotension
  • hypersensitivity shock
  • diarrhea
  • abdominal distension
  • constipation
  • dyspepsia
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  • ulcerative stomatitis
  • abdominal pain
  • hematemesis
  • colitis
  • exacerbation of Crohn's disease
  • gastrointestinal bleeding
  • peptic ulcer
  • perforation
  • hypertension
  • tachycardia
  • chest pain
  • arrhythmia
  • palpitations
  • hypotension
  • congestive heart failure
  • edema
  • hypertension
  • heart failure
  • vesicular reaction
  • Stevens-Johnson syndrome
  • Riel syndrome
  • rash
  • urticaria
  • pruritus
  • purpura
  • dizziness
  • acute renal failure
  • interstitial nephritis
  • nephrotic syndrome
  • fluoride toxicity
  • abnormal liver function tests
  • thrombocytopenia

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

Storage

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent air exposure, with a storage temperature maintained between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius. This will help preserve the medication's effectiveness over time.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Orange round film-coated tablets

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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