Lopentac Tablet 60 mg (Loxoprofen Sodium Hydrate)

Adult dose

For indications 1 and 2: Take 60 mg orally 3 times a day. For single-dose therapy, take 60-120 mg orally. For indication 3: Take 60 mg orally. Generally, can be taken twice a day, with a maximum of 180 mg per day. It is preferable to avoid taking it on an empty stomach and to adjust the dosage according to symptoms.

This medication may cause gastrointestinal bleeding if taken by individuals who regularly consume more than three alcoholic beverages per day; therefore, consultation with a physician or pharmacist is essential. It may increase the risk of cardiovascular diseases, potentially leading to serious issues such as myocardial infarction or stroke. Thus, patients with cardiovascular diseases or risk factors should be especially cautious, and any symptoms should lead to immediate medical attention. This medication poses risks of serious gastrointestinal problems such as bleeding, ulcers, and perforations. Elderly individuals or those with a history of gastrointestinal disorders should be particularly cautious, and immediate treatment is necessary if abdominal pain or bleeding symptoms occur. Individuals with peptic ulcers, severe liver or kidney disorders, severe blood abnormalities, or severe heart failure should not take this medication, and those with allergic reactions or hypersensitivity to aspirin-like drugs should avoid it. Patients with a history of peptic ulcers, weak liver or kidney function, the elderly, or those with bleeding disorders or on anticoagulants should use this medication with caution and monitor their condition as directed by a physician. During treatment, hypersensitivity reactions such as rash, itching, fever, and urticaria may occur; therefore, if these symptoms arise, discontinue use and consult a physician. Gastrointestinal issues such as abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, or blood in the stool may occur and require immediate treatment in severe cases. Additionally, various side effects such as drowsiness, dizziness, headaches, liver dysfunction, reduced kidney function, respiratory distress, and skin reactions may occur, necessitating caution. Taking this medication in conjunction with other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs may increase the risk of side effects, so it is advisable not to use them together. Particularly in late pregnancy, it can be harmful to the fetus and should not be used, while caution should be exercised during early or mid-pregnancy under a physician's judgment. Breastfeeding mothers should avoid using this medication, and its safety in children has not been established. Elderly patients are at higher risk for side effects and should exercise special caution when using it. Finally, this medication should be kept out of the reach of children, and transferring it to another container is not advisable for maintaining its quality.

Serious side effects

Urticaria, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe rash with high fever, blistering, peeling skin, pain in mucous membranes of mouth/eyes, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attack, respiratory issues paired with cough and fever, jaundice (yellowing of skin or eyes), profound lethargy, sudden and severe headache, thunderclap headache, seizures, confusion, visual disturbances, paralysis, urination changes.

Mild side effects

• Occasionally
• rash
• itching
• fever
• abdominal pain
• discomfort in the upper abdomen
• loss of appetite
• nausea
• vomiting
• diarrhea

This medication may be sensitive to air and moisture, so it should be stored in a tightly sealed container. Furthermore, it is important to maintain a temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius during storage to preserve the effectiveness of the medication.

Appearance

White round tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle