Canapen Tablet (Aceclofenac)

Adult dose

As Aceclofenac, take 100 mg every 12 hours for a total of 2 doses per day. Do not chew or crush the tablets; take them whole. Adjust dosage appropriately according to symptoms. To minimize cardiovascular adverse reactions, it should be administered at the lowest effective dose for the shortest duration possible.

Patients who regularly consume more than three drinks a day may experience serious side effects such as gastrointestinal bleeding, and should consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking this medication. As a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), it may increase the risk of cardiovascular or cerebrovascular diseases; therefore, patients with risk factors such as heart disease, hypertension, diabetes, or smoking should administer it with caution. Moreover, this medication can cause serious side effects such as ulcers, bleeding, or perforations in the stomach, and caution is especially needed for elderly patients or those with a history of gastrointestinal diseases. Patients with active peptic ulcers or bleeding, those with a history of allergic reactions to this medication or similar drugs, patients with severe heart failure, pregnant women in late pregnancy, and nursing mothers should not take this medication. Caution is required for patients with impaired kidney or liver function, elderly patients, asthma sufferers, and hypertensive patients; physicians' supervision and examinations are necessary before and after administration. While taking this medication, side effects such as dizziness, skin rash, dyspepsia, liver function abnormalities, or kidney function abnormalities may occur, and if any abnormal symptoms arise, patients should inform their healthcare provider immediately. This medication may interact with other drugs, so patients currently taking blood pressure medications, diuretics, anticoagulants, or antidiabetic medications should definitely consult their doctor. Pregnant women or those planning to become pregnant should avoid taking this medication, and nursing women should either discontinue breastfeeding or consult their doctor if taking this medication. The safety and efficacy in pediatric and adolescent populations have not been established, so its use is not recommended. Elderly patients are at an increased risk of gastrointestinal bleeding and perforation, therefore, special caution is needed when taking this medication. In case of overdose, symptoms such as gastrointestinal irritation, hypotension, respiratory depression, or seizures may occur, so contact healthcare personnel immediately for appropriate action. This medication should be kept out of reach of children, and caution should be taken to avoid transferring to other containers, as it may lead to a decline in quality and incidents.

Serious side effects

• Hives, anaphylaxis, shock → severe allergic reactions
• Severe rash with high fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in oral/ocular mucosa → severe skin reactions
• Difficulty breathing, bronchospasm → respiratory problems
• Yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice) → liver dysfunction (jaundice)
• Severe swelling and increased blood pressure, renal failure → severe edema or urination abnormalities
• Peptic ulcers, gastrointestinal bleeding, perforation → serious gastrointestinal issues

Mild side effects

• Dizziness
• abnormal liver enzyme levels
• itching
• rash
• anemia
• leukopenia
• thrombocytopenia
• neutropenia
• hemolytic anemia
• aplastic anemia

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to protect it from air and moisture. It is important to maintain a storage temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

White round coated tablets

Package unit

[For domestic use] 30 tablets/bottle, 500 tablets/bottle [For export] 10T (10T/1PTP), 30T (10T/1PTP×3)