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Roxloris Tablet (Sodium Loxoprofen Hydrate)

Roxloris Tablet (Sodium Loxoprofen Hydrate)

Prescription medicationTablet경구
Ingredient · strength
Loxoprofen Sodium Hydrate›68.1mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
(주)동구바이오제약
Appearance
White round tablet
Packaging
30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 201206759 · Approved 2012.09.12 · Insurance code 657305840

Summary

Main use
Anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects for chronic rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, and antipyretic and analgesic effects for acute upper respiratory infections.
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
1. For efficacy/effect 1, 2: - Administer 60 mg of sodium loxoprofen (anhydrous) orally three times a day. - For a single dose therapy, administer 60–120 mg orally. 2. For efficacy/effect 3: - Administer 60 mg of sodium loxoprofen (anhydrous) orally. - In principle, it can be given twice a day, with a maximum of 180 mg per day. - It is advisable to avoid taking on an empty stomach.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
(주)동구바이오제약

Efficacy & effects

Anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects for chronic rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, and antipyretic and analgesic effects for acute upper respiratory infections.

  • Chronic rheumatoid arthritis
  • osteoarthritis
  • low back pain
  • shoulder periarthritis
  • stiff shoulder syndrome
  • acute upper respiratory infections.
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This medication is used to relieve various inflammations and pains such as chronic rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis (degenerative arthritis), low back pain, shoulder periarthritis, and stiff shoulder syndrome. It is also effective in alleviating inflammation and pain following surgery, trauma, or tooth extraction. Additionally, it helps with the reduction of fever and pain associated with upper respiratory infections and acute bronchitis. It is used to address a wide range of inflammatory diseases and pain.

How to take

Adult dose

1. For efficacy/effect 1, 2: - Administer 60 mg of sodium loxoprofen (anhydrous) orally three times a day. - For a single dose therapy, administer 60–120 mg orally. 2. For efficacy/effect 3: - Administer 60 mg of sodium loxoprofen (anhydrous) orally. - In principle, it can be given twice a day, with a maximum of 180 mg per day. - It is advisable to avoid taking on an empty stomach.

Precautions

This medication can pose a risk of gastrointestinal bleeding in individuals who regularly consume more than three alcoholic beverages per day; therefore, it is essential to consult with a doctor or pharmacist. Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, including this medication, may increase the risk of cardiovascular diseases; individuals with a history or risk factors for heart disease or stroke should exercise particular caution. Furthermore, this medication can lead to severe issues, such as gastrointestinal bleeding, ulcers, and perforations; thus, those with a history of gastrointestinal diseases or the elderly should take it more cautiously. People with peptic ulcers, severe blood disorders, liver dysfunction, kidney dysfunction, or heart failure should not take this medication, nor should those who have previously experienced allergic reactions to aspirin or other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. This medication should not be administered to pregnant women in the later stages of pregnancy and breastfeeding mothers, patients with inflammatory bowel disease, or those with lactose intolerance. Individuals with a history of peptic ulcers, blood abnormalities, liver dysfunction, kidney dysfunction, heart failure, asthma, or hypertension should take this medication with special caution under medical supervision. If symptoms such as skin rash, itching, breathing difficulties, abdominal pain, bloody stool, dizziness, liver function abnormalities, or kidney function decline appear during use, discontinue the medication immediately and consult medical personnel. Co-administration with other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs increases the risk of side effects, so it is best not to take them together. Interactions may occur with blood pressure medications, diuretics, anticoagulants, antibiotics, etc.; therefore, inform your healthcare provider of any medications being taken. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should carefully consider the use of this medication, especially avoiding its use in late pregnancy. The safety of this medication in children has not been established, so it is advisable to avoid its use in children. Elderly individuals should take this medication with increased caution due to a higher risk of side effects. Store this medication out of the reach of children, and it is safer not to transfer it to another container.

Side effects and when to seek care immediately

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, shock, anaphylaxis-like symptoms, peptic ulcer, perforation, hematemesis, melena, bloody stool, shock, intestinal perforation, upper abdominal pain, aseptic meningitis (fever, headache, nausea, vomiting, neck stiffness, altered consciousness), jaundice, liver dysfunction, fulminant hepatitis, acute renal failure, acute respiratory distress, asthma attack, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis,

Mild side effects

  • Rash
  • itching
  • fever
  • abdominal pain
  • discomfort in the upper stomach
  • loss of appetite
  • nausea
  • vomiting
  • diarrhea
  • constipation
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  • chest discomfort
  • indigestion
  • stomatitis
  • dry mouth
  • abdominal bloating
  • drowsiness
  • numbness
  • dizziness
  • headache
  • anemia
  • hemolytic anemia
  • leukopenia
  • thrombocytopenia
  • eosinophilia
  • swelling
  • chest pain
  • anxiety
  • fatigue
  • palpitations
  • hematuria
  • proteinuria
  • fever
  • relief
  • abnormal chest X-ray findings
  • eosinophilia
  • facial swelling
  • periorbital edema

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. It is recommended to maintain storage temperatures between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

White round tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/bottle

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