Eclofen Tablet (Aceclofenac)

Adult dose

As Aceclofenac, take 100 mg once every 12 hours, twice a day. Do not chew or crush this medication; take it whole. Adjust the dose appropriately according to symptoms. To minimize cardiovascular adverse reactions, this medication should be administered at the lowest effective dose for the shortest duration necessary.

This medication should be consulted with a doctor or pharmacist if the patient regularly consumes more than three glasses of alcohol daily. Heavy alcohol consumption while taking this medication may increase the risk of gastrointestinal bleeding. This medication can affect the cardiovascular and cerebrovascular systems, thus caution is advised for individuals at risk of heart disease or cerebrovascular diseases. Especially, patients with cardiovascular risk factors such as hypertension, diabetes, and smoking should start treatment only after consulting a physician. Serious gastrointestinal issues such as gastrointestinal bleeding, ulcers, and perforations may occur, so special caution is needed for patients with a history of gastrointestinal diseases or the elderly. Report any gastrointestinal symptoms immediately to healthcare professionals. Do not use this medication in individuals with active peptic ulcers or bleeding, those allergic to this medication or similar drugs, asthmatics sensitive to aspirin, and patients with severe heart failure. Individuals with impaired kidney or liver function, the elderly, patients with heart failure, and those taking diuretics or blood pressure medications should exercise extra caution and undergo regular health checks while using this medication. This medication can cause various side effects, including dizziness, dyspepsia, skin rashes, and liver function abnormalities, so consult a healthcare professional if any unusual symptoms occur. Do not take this medication during pregnancy, especially in the third trimester, as it may pose risks to the fetus, and women planning to become pregnant should consult a physician before use. Nursing mothers should also take caution while using this medication. This medication may interact with other drugs, so if you are taking other medications, be sure to inform your healthcare provider. Extra caution is necessary, especially when taken with antihypertensive agents, diuretics, anticoagulants, antidiabetic agents, and cancer medications. Safety for children and adolescents has not been established, so it is advisable not to use this medication. The elderly are at higher risk for gastrointestinal bleeding; therefore careful attention is required when they are administered this medication. In case of overdose, symptoms such as gastrointestinal irritation, low blood pressure, respiratory depression, and seizures may occur, and immediate medical attention should be sought. This medication should be kept out of the reach of children, and transferring it to another container is not recommended as it may negatively affect quality.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), severe allergic reactions (shock, anaphylaxis), severe rashes with fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in oral/ocular mucosa, severe skin reactions (bullous dermatitis, mucocutaneous syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis), difficulty breathing or breathlessness, asthma attacks, cough and fever accompanied respiratory issues, yellowing of skin or eyes (jaundice), severe lethargy, liver abnormalities,

Mild side effects

• Dizziness
• abnormal liver enzyme levels
• itching
• rash
• skin reactions
• anemia
• hyperkalemia
• depression
• vivid dreams
• insomnia

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to prevent exposure to air and moisture. It is important to maintain storage temperatures between 1°C and 30°C at room temperature. Proper storage will help preserve the medication's efficacy and safety.

Appearance

White round film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 500 tablets/bottle