Alopen Tablets (Loxoprofen Sodium Hydrate)

Adult dose

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

This medication should be used with caution by individuals who regularly consume more than three alcoholic drinks daily, as there is an increased risk of gastrointestinal bleeding. Consulting with a healthcare professional is necessary. This medication may increase the risk of cardiovascular disease; patients with a history of heart disease or stroke or risk factors should take special care. If cardiovascular symptoms occur during use, medical personnel should be notified immediately. This medication can cause serious gastrointestinal adverse reactions such as gastrointestinal bleeding, ulcers, and perforations, particularly in the elderly or those with a history of gastrointestinal disorders. If any unusual symptoms arise, it is essential to stop taking the medication immediately and consult a healthcare professional. This medication should not be administered to individuals with peptic ulcers, severe blood disorders, liver dysfunction, kidney dysfunction, heart failure, known hypersensitivity to the drug, or who have allergic reactions to aspirin or other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), pregnant women in the late stages of pregnancy, nursing mothers, or individuals with inflammatory bowel disease. Those with a history of peptic ulcers, blood disorders, liver dysfunction, kidney dysfunction, heart failure, hypertension, the elderly, and women in the early and middle stages of pregnancy should use this medication cautiously and may require regular monitoring during treatment. This medication may cause allergic reactions such as rash, itching, hives, shortness of breath, and hypotension, as well as gastrointestinal symptoms like abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, bleeding, etc. If unusual symptoms occur, it is necessary to stop taking the medication immediately and consult a healthcare professional. The drug may cause various side effects, including drowsiness, dizziness, headache, blood disorders, liver dysfunction, kidney dysfunction, and skin rashes, so any unusual symptoms should be reported immediately during treatment. This medication may interact with other NSAIDs, anticoagulants, diuretics, lithium, methotrexate, aspirin, corticosteroids, etc., so if there are other medications being taken, healthcare personnel must be informed. In the late stages of pregnancy, this drug should not be used as it may pose risks to the fetus, and women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should solely use the minimum dose for a short period after consulting a doctor. During breastfeeding, this drug may be transmitted through breast milk, so it is safest not to take it. Safety in children has not been established, so it is advisable not to administer the medication to children. Elderly individuals have a higher risk of side effects from this drug, so caution is needed during use, and physical condition should be closely monitored during treatment. This medication should be kept out of reach of children and not be transferred to other containers for safety and quality maintenance.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), tightness in the chest, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe rash with high fever, blistering, skin peeling, pain in the mucous membranes of the mouth/eyes, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, respiratory abnormalities accompanied by cough and fever, jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes), profound lethargy, sudden and severe headache, thunderclap headache, seizures, altered consciousness, visual disturbances, paralysis, urination problems.

Mild side effects

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

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to protect it from air and moisture. It is advisable to maintain a storage temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius (room temperature). This helps to preserve the medication's effectiveness over time.

Appearance

Pink round tablets

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle