Probil Soft Capsule (Dexibuprofen)

Adult dose

As dexibuprofen, take 300 mg once, 2 to 4 times daily. However, do not exceed 1,200 mg of dexibuprofen in one day.

Patients who regularly consume more than 3 alcoholic drinks per day should consult their doctor or pharmacist before taking this medicine. Heavy drinkers may have an increased risk of gastrointestinal bleeding when taking this medication. This medication may affect the cardiovascular system and increase the risk of serious thromboembolism such as heart attack and stroke. Those with cardiovascular diseases or risk factors should be particularly cautious and closely monitor symptoms with their doctor. This medication may burden the gastrointestinal tract and cause serious gastrointestinal issues such as gastric ulcers, bleeding, or perforation. Special caution should be taken during usage, especially among the elderly or long-term users. Patients with gastric ulcers or bleeding, severe liver or kidney disease, severe heart failure, or severe hypertension should not take this medication. Additionally, those with allergies to this medication or its ingredients or a history of asthma should avoid it. The risk of serious side effects may increase when this medication is taken with aspirin or other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, so it is advisable not to use them together. Caution is also advised when taken with high doses of methotrexate. During treatment, breastfeeding should be discontinued or consulted with a physician, as dizziness or fatigue may occur, necessitating caution when driving or operating machinery. Patients with blood disorders, liver or kidney disease, hypertension, heart failure, or a history of allergies should consult with a specialist before use. Particularly, the elderly and children should use it cautiously, while pregnant women or those planning to become pregnant should avoid it or consult a specialist. If serious symptoms such as skin rashes, difficulty breathing, severe gastrointestinal symptoms, blood disorders, liver or kidney function abnormalities occur during treatment, the medication should be stopped immediately, and a doctor should be consulted. The minimum effective dose should be used for the shortest duration possible, and regular blood tests and liver and kidney function tests are important. After 20 weeks of pregnancy, this medication may affect fetal kidney function, so it should only be used at the minimum dose when absolutely necessary and amniotic fluid status should be monitored regularly. In case of overdose, immediate medical attention is required. This medication should be stored out of reach of children and kept in a cool, dry place, avoiding direct sunlight. Transferring it to another container might adversely affect its quality.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling, chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, paleness, severe rash with high fever, blisters, peeling skin, pain in oral or ocular mucosa, shortness of breath, asthma attacks, respiratory abnormalities accompanied by cough and fever, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme lethargy, sudden and severe headache, thunderclap headache, seizures, disorientation, visual disturbances, paralysis, reduced urine output

Mild side effects

• Dyspepsia
• itching
• dizziness
• fatigue
• drowsiness
• headache
• anxiety
• restlessness
• confusion
• depression

This medication should be stored in a sealed container to protect it from air and moisture, preferably at room temperature between 1°C and 30°C. Proper storage helps maintain the medication's effectiveness and safety.

Appearance

Light green soft capsules containing a colorless to pale teal transparent content

Package unit

10 capsules/PTP