Quicksen Soft Capsule (Naproxen)

Adult dose

Rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, ankylosing spondylitis: Administer 250-500 mg of naproxen orally twice a day (every 12 hours). Acute gout: Administer 750 mg orally as a loading dose, then 250 mg orally every 8 hours until the attack subsides. Skeletal muscle disorders, postoperative pain, post-extraction pain, dysmenorrhea, tendinitis, bursitis: Administer 500 mg orally as a loading dose, then give 250 mg every 6-8 hours.

This medication may cause gastrointestinal bleeding in individuals who regularly consume three or more alcoholic drinks a day, so consultation with a doctor or pharmacist is essential. This drug may impact the cardiovascular system, so individuals with heart disease or at risk of stroke should take it with caution, and if cardiovascular symptoms occur during use, medical consultation should be sought immediately. Those with gastrointestinal issues or the elderly should be cautious when taking this medication as the risk of gastrointestinal bleeding, ulcers, perforation, etc., may be heightened. Individuals with a history of peptic ulcers, severe blood disorders, liver dysfunction, cardiac insufficiency, kidney impairment, or severe hypertension should not take this medication. Those with allergic reactions to this medication or similar components or sensitivity to aspirin should also avoid use. Individuals with a history of peptic ulcers, blood disorders, or liver/kidney issues should take this medication cautiously and require monitoring by healthcare professionals. If allergic symptoms, gastrointestinal bleeding, skin rash, or symptoms indicating liver or kidney dysfunction arise during use, discontinue immediately and consult a healthcare professional. The risk of side effects may increase when this medication is taken with other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, so it is recommended not to use them together. There may be interactions with certain medications, so if you are on other medications, be sure to inform a healthcare professional, particularly when taking blood pressure medication, diuretics, anticoagulants, etc. It should be avoided during pregnancy, especially in the later stages, as it can pose a risk to the fetus; consultation with a healthcare professional is necessary if taken from early to mid-pregnancy. Lactating women should avoid this medication as it may pass into breast milk and affect the baby. Children under 2 years old should not take this medication due to lack of established safety, and doses should be carefully adjusted for children or the elderly. Regular blood tests and liver/kidney function tests during use are important to monitor for abnormalities. In case of overdose, symptoms may include drowsiness, indigestion, vomiting, etc., so report these symptoms to a healthcare professional immediately for appropriate treatment. This medication should be stored out of reach of children, and it is advisable not to transfer it to other containers to maintain quality and safety.

Serious side effects

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

Mild side effects

• Abdominal discomfort
• abdominal pain
• nausea
• vomiting
• loss of appetite
• indigestion
• heartburn
• diarrhea
• constipation
• stomatitis

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to prevent air or moisture exposure and is best kept at a cool room temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

A light blue transparent rectangular soft capsule containing a colorless or light turquoise transparent content.

Package unit

10 capsules/PTP