Aclepen Tablet (Aceclofenac)

Adult dose

As aceclofenac, take 100 mg every 12 hours, twice a day. This medication should be taken whole and not chewed or crushed. Adjust the dosage as appropriate according to symptoms. To minimize cardiovascular adverse reactions, it should be administered at the lowest effective dose for the shortest duration.

This medication may cause gastrointestinal bleeding if taken by individuals who regularly consume more than three glasses of alcohol daily, so consultation with a physician or pharmacist is essential. This medication may increase the risk of cardiovascular and cerebrovascular events, thus patients with risk factors such as heart disease, hypertension, and diabetes should be administered cautiously and for the shortest duration at the lowest effective dose. There is a risk of gastrointestinal bleeding, ulcers, and perforation, so special caution is required in elderly patients or those with a history of gastrointestinal disorders, and they should consult a medical professional immediately if symptoms occur. Patients with active peptic ulcers or bleeding, or those who are hypersensitive to this drug or similar class medications should not take this medication. Patients with impaired kidney or liver function, heart failure, pregnant women in the third trimester, nursing mothers, and those with coagulopathy should either avoid using this medication or use it cautiously. Adverse effects such as gastrointestinal disturbances, dizziness, liver function abnormalities, and skin rashes may occur, so any unusual symptoms should be reported to a medical professional immediately. It is necessary to conduct regular tests and monitoring of blood pressure, liver function, and kidney function while taking this medication. Interactions with other medications may occur, so patients currently taking anticoagulants, diuretics, antidiabetic medications, lithium, or methotrexate should definitely consult a physician. Women in early to mid-pregnancy should be administered with caution, and this medication should not be taken in the later stages of pregnancy. Nursing mothers should either discontinue breastfeeding or stop taking this medication. The safety and efficacy of this drug in children and adolescents have not been established. Elderly patients are at higher risk of gastrointestinal bleeding and perforation, so special care should be taken when they are prescribed this medication. In case of an overdose, symptoms such as gastrointestinal irritation, hypotension, respiratory depression, and seizures may occur, requiring immediate medical treatment.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), difficulty breathing, severe allergic reactions, gastrointestinal bleeding, ulcers, perforation, severe skin reactions, vesicular dermatitis, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, jaundice, liver abnormalities, sudden and severe headaches, seizures, confusion, visual disturbances, paralysis, severe edema, abnormal urination, significantly reduced urine output, dyspnea, asthma attacks, respiratory abnormalities accompanying cough and fever, shock

Mild side effects

• Dizziness
• abnormal liver enzyme levels
• itching
• rash
• facial flushing
• hypertension
• heart failure
• indigestion
• abdominal pain
• nausea

This medication may be sensitive to air or moisture, so it should be stored in a tightly sealed container. It is advisable to keep it at room temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. Storing it this way helps maintain the effectiveness of the medication.

Appearance

White round film-coated tablets

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 500 tablets/bottle