Medication info

Rubifen Plaster (Flurbiprofen)

OTC medicationPatchExpired
Ingredient · strength
Flurbiprofen›20mg / 1 sheet
Manufacturer / importer
Teragen Etex Co., Ltd.
Appearance
A sticky substance with a pale yellow color applied to an apricot-colored lint pad, covered with a release liner on the adhesive side.
Packaging
10 pieces per pack, 40 pieces (10 pieces per 1 pack x 4)
Approval status
Expired

MFDS item code 201403992 · Notified 2014.08.27

This product's status changed to Expired on 2024.08.27. It may no longer be sold, so consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking it.

Summary

Main use
Relief of myalgia, joint and tendon disorders (e.g., arthritis), and swelling and pain after trauma
Who uses it
Adults
Adult dosage
Remove the release liner from the adhesive side and apply to the affected area twice daily.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
Teragen Etex Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Relief of myalgia, joint and tendon disorders (e.g., arthritis), and swelling and pain after trauma

  • Degenerative arthritis
  • adhesive capsulitis
  • tendonitis
  • lateral epicondylitis
  • muscle pain
  • post-traumatic swelling
  • pain
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This medication reduces pain and inflammation caused by various joint and muscle disorders such as degenerative arthritis, adhesive capsulitis, tendonitis, and lateral epicondylitis (tennis elbow). It also helps relieve swelling and pain resulting from muscle strain or trauma. By improving these symptoms, it alleviates discomfort in daily life. Therefore, this pharmaceutical product is used to alleviate pain and reduce inflammation through its analgesic and anti-inflammatory effects.

Dosage and Administration

Adult dosage

Remove the release liner from the adhesive side and apply to the affected area twice daily.

Precautions

This medication contains flurbiprofen and should be avoided in certain patients. First, it should not be used by patients who have had an allergic reaction to this medication or similar components. Patients who have experienced asthma attacks caused by non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, known as aspirin-induced asthma, should also not take this medication. In patients with bronchial asthma, this medication may trigger asthma attacks, so it should be used with caution. Allergic symptoms such as redness, rash, itching, or burning sensation on the skin may occur while using this medication. If these symptoms arise, usage should be discontinued immediately. If initial symptoms of asthma attacks, such as wheezing or shortness of breath, appear, stop using this medication and consult a healthcare professional. This medication helps alleviate symptoms, but it is not a treatment for the underlying cause, so understanding this is important for its use. When applying to areas with skin infections, be cautious as the infection may not be visibly apparent. Appropriate antibiotics or antifungal medications should be used in conjunction, and the condition should be closely monitored. Patients with chronic diseases should consider other treatment methods along with this medication and carefully monitor for potential side effects. During pregnancy, especially in the first two trimesters, this medication should only be used when absolutely necessary, and both dosage and duration of treatment should be minimized as much as possible. In the last trimester of pregnancy, it is safer not to use this medication as it can negatively affect the fetus and mother. In children, the safety of this medication has not been sufficiently established, therefore its use is not recommended. Elderly patients should use this medication cautiously, ensuring careful examination of skin conditions. Finally, this medication should not be applied to damaged or wounded skin, or to areas with eczema or rash, and it is important to clean sweat off the affected area before application.

Side effects

  • redness
  • rash
  • urticaria
  • itching
  • burning sensation
  • contact dermatitis
  • dry vesicles
  • wheezing
  • shortness of breath
  • asthma attack

Not everyone experiences these, and they can vary from person to person.

Storage

This medication may be sensitive to light, so it should be stored in light-resistant containers. Additionally, it is best to store the medication at room temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius. Proper storage will help maintain the medication's effectiveness and safety.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

A sticky substance with a pale yellow color applied to an apricot-colored lint pad, covered with a release liner on the adhesive side.

Package unit

10 pieces per pack, 40 pieces (10 pieces per 1 pack x 4)

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