Medication info

Danacool Cataplasma (Flurbiprofen)

OTC medicationCompany closed
Ingredient · strength
Flurbiprofen›40mg / 1 sheet
Manufacturer / importer
Medicospharm
Appearance
A white viscous substance applied to a white patch.
Packaging
5 sheets/pack, 6 sheets/pack, 7 sheets/pack, 10 sheets/pack
Approval status
Company closed

MFDS item code 200710018 · Notified 2007.08.31

This product's status changed to Company closed on 2024.11.04. It may no longer be sold, so consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking it.

Summary

Main use
Relief of musculoskeletal inflammation and pain (such as myalgia and arthritis), and post-traumatic swelling and pain
Who uses it
Adults
Adult dosage
Remove the release liner from the adhesive side and apply to the affected area twice daily.

Ingredients

Importer
Medicospharm

Efficacy & effects

Relief of musculoskeletal inflammation and pain (such as myalgia and arthritis), and post-traumatic swelling and pain

  • Degenerative arthritis
  • periartral shoulder inflammation
  • tendinitis
  • tenosynovitis
  • lateral epicondylitis
  • myalgia
  • swelling
  • pain
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This medication helps to reduce inflammation around tendons and joints as seen in conditions such as degenerative arthritis, periartral shoulder inflammation, tendonitis, and tenosynovitis, and alleviates pain. It is also effective for conditions like lateral epicondylitis (tennis elbow), myalgia, and post-traumatic swelling and pain. It is used to improve various musculoskeletal disorders and inflammatory conditions.

Dosage and Administration

Adult dosage

Remove the release liner from the adhesive side and apply to the affected area twice daily.

Precautions

This medication should not be used in certain patients. First, patients who have had an allergic reaction to this medication or similar ingredients should not use it. Additionally, individuals with a history of asthma attacks known as aspirin-induced asthma should avoid this medication. Because this medication may trigger asthma attacks. Patients with bronchial asthma should exercise caution when using this medication. Careful monitoring is necessary as asthma symptoms may worsen. During use, skin reactions such as redness, rash, itching, and burning sensation may occur. If such symptoms arise, use should be discontinued immediately. Furthermore, if symptoms of asthma attack, such as wheezing or difficulty breathing, appear, usage should stop immediately. Asthma attacks can occur within a few hours after applying the medication. This medication may help alleviate inflammation and pain, but it is not a treatment for the underlying cause. When applied to areas with skin infections, care should be taken to use antibiotics or antifungals concurrently to prevent exacerbation of the infection. Additionally, in the case of chronic diseases, such as osteoarthritis, it is advisable to consider other treatment methods alongside medication. During treatment, careful monitoring for side effects is essential. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should carefully consider the benefits and risks of using this medication. Safety has not been adequately established, and it should only be used when absolutely necessary. The safety of this medication has not been sufficiently established in children, so caution is needed when using it for them. Elderly patients may have fragile skin, so this medication should be used carefully, monitoring the application area closely. Finally, do not use this medication on areas with wounds or damaged skin, as well as on areas with eczema or rash. It is important to clean sweat from the area before applying the medication.

Side effects

  • redness
  • rash
  • urticarial plaques
  • itching
  • burning sensation
  • contact dermatitis
  • dry vesicles
  • wheezing
  • difficulty breathing
  • asthma attack

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

Storage

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to prevent air or moisture from entering. The storage temperature should be maintained at room temperature between 1°C and 30°C.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

A white viscous substance applied to a white patch.

Package unit

5 sheets/pack, 6 sheets/pack, 7 sheets/pack, 10 sheets/pack

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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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