Yourephen Tablet (Zaltoprofen)

Adult dose

As Zaltoprofen, 80 mg is taken orally three times a day. For single doses, 80–160 mg is administered orally.

This medication should be discussed with a doctor or pharmacist before use by individuals who regularly consume three or more alcoholic drinks daily, as it may cause gastrointestinal bleeding and can be dangerous. Additionally, this medication can increase the risk of cardiovascular disease. There is a possibility of major cardiovascular issues such as myocardial infarction or stroke, particularly for those with a history of cardiovascular disease or risk factors. This medication can cause serious gastrointestinal adverse reactions such as gastrointestinal bleeding, ulcers, and perforation. These side effects may appear suddenly and without symptoms, with a higher risk in older adults. Patients with a history of peptic ulcers, severe blood disorders, liver dysfunction, kidney dysfunction, heart failure, or allergies to this medication or similar drugs should not take this medication. Patients with a past history of peptic ulcers or liver or kidney disease, asthmatics, hypertensive patients, and elderly individuals should exercise extreme caution when using this medication. During administration, various adverse reactions such as gastrointestinal discomfort, vomiting, diarrhea, headache, dizziness, skin rashes, and other symptoms may occur. If symptoms arise, consult a doctor immediately. Patients with chronic diseases should undergo regular blood tests and liver and kidney function tests, and if abnormalities are detected, they may need to discontinue use. It is advisable not to use this medication in conjunction with other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, and caution is required when taken together with ACE inhibitors, diuretics, lithium, anticoagulants, etc. During late pregnancy, it should not be taken as it can pose risks to the fetus, and during early or mid-pregnancy, it should only be used at the minimum effective dose and for the shortest duration as deemed necessary by a doctor. Breastfeeding women should avoid taking this medication for safety. Safety in children has not been established, so it is preferable not to use it in pediatric patients. Elderly patients may have decreased kidney function; therefore, dosing should be reduced or the interval extended, and it should be administered with caution. This medication should be stored out of the reach of children, and transferring it to other containers should be avoided as it can compromise quality.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling, chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweats, paleness (severe allergic reaction), high fever accompanied by severe rash, blisters, skin peeling, pain in mucous membranes of the mouth/eyes (severe skin reactions), asthma attacks, breathing difficulties accompanied by cough and fever, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing (respiratory issues), yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), severe tiredness throughout the body (liver dysfunction), sudden and severe headache.

Mild side effects

• Gastrointestinal discomfort
• stomach pain
• nausea
• epigastric pain
• stomatitis
• vomiting
• diarrhea
• abdominal pain
• feeling of heaviness in the stomach
• vomiting

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to prevent air or moisture from entering, and it is best kept at room temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. Storing it this way maintains the effectiveness of the medication and ensures safe use.

Appearance

White round film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle