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Roxozin (Roxoprofen Sodium Hydrate)

Roxozin (Roxoprofen Sodium Hydrate)

Prescription medicationTablet경구
Ingredient · strength
Loxoprofen Sodium Hydrate›68.1mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
(주)한국파비스제약
Appearance
White round tablet
Packaging
30 tablets/bottle, 600 tablets/bottle
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 200502228 · Notified 2005.05.19 · Insurance code 621802050

Summary

Main use
Anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects for chronic rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
1. For indications 1 and 2: Adults: Roxoprofen Sodium (anhydrous) 60 mg orally 3 times daily. For single doses: 60-120 mg orally. 2. For indication 3: Adults: Roxoprofen Sodium (anhydrous) 60 mg orally. In principle, it can be administered 2 times daily, with a maximum daily dose of 180 mg. It is advisable to avoid taking it on an empty stomach.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
(주)한국파비스제약

Efficacy & effects

Anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects for chronic rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis

  • Chronic rheumatoid arthritis
  • osteoarthritis
  • low back pain
  • shoulder adhesive capsulitis
  • frozen shoulder syndrome
  • post-surgical pain
  • post-traumatic pain
  • post-extraction pain
  • acute upper respiratory tract infections
  • acute bronchitis
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This medication is effective in alleviating inflammation and pain associated with conditions and symptoms such as chronic rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, low back pain, shoulder adhesive capsulitis, and frozen shoulder syndrome. It is also used to reduce inflammation and pain that occur after surgery, trauma, and tooth extraction. Additionally, it helps to reduce fever and alleviate pain in acute infectious diseases such as acute upper respiratory tract infections. Thus, this medication is used to improve various inflammatory and painful conditions.

How to take

Adult dose

1. For indications 1 and 2: Adults: Roxoprofen Sodium (anhydrous) 60 mg orally 3 times daily. For single doses: 60-120 mg orally. 2. For indication 3: Adults: Roxoprofen Sodium (anhydrous) 60 mg orally. In principle, it can be administered 2 times daily, with a maximum daily dose of 180 mg. It is advisable to avoid taking it on an empty stomach.

Precautions

People who regularly consume more than three alcoholic drinks a day should consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking this medication, as the risk of gastrointestinal bleeding may increase when taken with alcohol. This medication may increase the risk of cardiovascular disease. Serious cardiovascular problems such as myocardial infarction or stroke may occur, so patients with heart conditions or risk factors should exercise extra caution. While taking this medication, cardiovascular symptoms should be closely monitored with a doctor, and any symptoms that arise should be reported immediately. This medication may cause serious gastrointestinal issues such as gastrointestinal bleeding, ulcers, and perforation. Older adults or those with a history of gastrointestinal diseases are at greater risk, so caution is required while taking it. If symptoms of gastrointestinal bleeding or severe abdominal pain occur while taking this medication, immediate treatment should be sought. Patients with peptic ulcers, severe liver, kidney, or heart diseases, those allergic to this medication or similar medications, pregnant women in late pregnancy, and nursing mothers should not take this medication. Patients with a history of peptic ulcers, liver or kidney function problems, those with high blood pressure, older adults, or asthma patients should use this medication with caution and follow the doctor's instructions. If allergic symptoms such as skin rash, itching, breathing difficulties, or hives occur while taking this medication, discontinue use immediately and consult a doctor. Additionally, symptoms such as gastrointestinal bleeding, abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea may occur, and if these symptoms are severe, immediate treatment should be sought. This medication can cause central nervous system side effects such as drowsiness, dizziness, and headaches, so caution is advised when driving or operating machinery. Since liver and kidney functions may be impaired, it is important to have regular check-ups if taking this medication for an extended period. It is advisable not to take this medication in combination with other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, and it may interact with certain blood pressure medications, anticoagulants, diuretics, etc., so discuss with your doctor. During pregnancy, especially in late stages, it should not be taken as it may harm the fetus, and women who could become pregnant should also use it carefully. If breastfeeding, it is safest not to take this medication as it may be secreted into breast milk. The safety for children has not been established; therefore, it is best not to use it in children. Older adults are at a higher risk of side effects when taking this medication, so extra caution is needed. Lastly, this medication should be kept out of reach of children and should not be transferred to other containers.

Side effects and when to seek care immediately

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, paleness, severe rash with fever, blisters, shedding skin, pain in oral/eye mucosa, 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 severe headache, lightning headache, seizures, confusion, vision abnormalities, paralysis, urination issues

Mild side effects

  • Rash
  • itching
  • fever
  • headache
  • drowsiness
  • numbness
  • dizziness
  • abdominal pain
  • stomach discomfort
  • loss of appetite
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  • nausea
  • vomiting
  • diarrhea
  • constipation
  • chest tightness
  • indigestion
  • stomatitis
  • dry mouth
  • abdominal bloating
  • anemia
  • hemolytic anemia
  • leukopenia
  • thrombocytopenia
  • eosinophilia
  • fever
  • resolution
  • abnormal chest X-ray
  • eosinophilia
  • edema
  • chest pain
  • anxiety
  • fatigue
  • palpitations

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

Storage

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to protect it from air and moisture, ideally in a temperature range of 1 to 30 degrees Celsius. By doing so, the efficacy of the medication can be maintained for a longer time.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

White round tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 600 tablets/bottle

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