Gyeongbo Loxoprofen Sodium Hydrate Tablet

Adult dose

1. For indications 1 and 2: Adult: Take 60 mg of loxoprofen sodium (anhydrous) orally three times a day. For a single dose, take 60-120 mg orally. 2. For indication 3: Adult: Take 60 mg of loxoprofen sodium (anhydrous) orally. In principle, it can be administered twice a day, with a maximum of 180 mg per day. It is advisable to take it on an empty stomach.

This medication can cause gastric bleeding in individuals who regularly consume more than three glasses of alcohol daily, so it is essential to consult with a doctor or pharmacist. The use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory analgesics, including this medication, may increase the risk of serious cardiovascular issues such as thrombosis, myocardial infarction, and stroke, especially in those with or at risk for cardiovascular diseases. Furthermore, serious gastrointestinal adverse reactions such as gastric bleeding, ulceration, and perforation may occur, so monitor for gastrointestinal symptoms and consult medical personnel immediately if abnormalities arise. Patients with a history of peptic ulcers, severe blood disorders, liver dysfunction, kidney dysfunction, heart failure, those allergic to this medication or its ingredients, those with hypersensitivity to aspirin or other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory analgesics, late-stage pregnant women, and nursing mothers should not use this medication. Care should be taken when administering this drug to patients with a history of peptic ulcers or those with liver, kidney, or heart disease, elderly patients, and hypertensive patients, with close observation by medical personnel as necessary. Allergic reactions such as rash, itching, urticaria, and difficulty breathing may occur; if these symptoms arise, stop taking the medication immediately and consult medical personnel. Gastrointestinal symptoms such as abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, or blood in the stool may occur; in severe cases, treatment should be halted immediately, and medical attention should be sought. Rarely, adverse reactions may occur in various organs such as the liver, kidneys, blood, respiratory system, and skin; report any unusual symptoms to medical personnel immediately. This medication should be given at the lowest effective dose for the shortest duration necessary. If used long-term, regular blood tests and monitoring of liver and kidney function are required. Co-administration with other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory analgesics should be avoided due to an increased risk of adverse reactions. There may be interactions with specific medications, so inform your healthcare provider of any other medications you are taking and use caution while taking them. Caution is advised during the first and second trimesters of pregnancy; it must not be used in the late stages of pregnancy. It is safest not to take this medication while breastfeeding. Safety has not been established for pediatric patients, so its use is not recommended. Elderly patients are at an increased risk of adverse reactions; special care is needed when administering this medication. Store this medication out of reach of children and avoid transferring it to another container.

Serious side effects

Urticaria, severe swelling (edema), tightness in the chest, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe rash with high fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in oral or ocular mucosa, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attack, respiratory anomalies with cough + fever, yellowing of skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme lethargy, sudden and severe headache, thunderclap headache, seizures, confusion, visual disturbances, paralysis, urinary abnormalities

Mild side effects

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

Store this medication in a tightly sealed container to protect it from air and moisture. It is important to maintain a storage temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

Pale pink round tablet

Package unit

30 tablets / bottle, 500 tablets / bottle