Mediropen Tablet (Sodium Loxoprofen Hydrate)

Adult dose

1. For indications 1 and 2 Adults: Administer 60 mg of sodium loxoprofen (anhydrous) orally three times a day. For a single administration, 60–120 mg is administered orally. 2. For indication 3 Adults: Administer 60 mg of sodium loxoprofen (anhydrous) orally. Generally, it can be administered twice a day, with a maximum of 180 mg per day. It is advisable to avoid administration on an empty stomach.

Before taking this medication, individuals who regularly consume three or more glasses of alcohol daily must consult a doctor or pharmacist. Those who drink heavily are at a higher risk of gastrointestinal bleeding when taking this medication. This medication may affect the cardiovascular system and increase the risk of heart disease or stroke. Patients with cardiovascular disease or risk factors should be particularly cautious and continuously monitor for cardiovascular symptoms. This medication can cause serious gastrointestinal issues such as gastrointestinal bleeding, ulcers, and perforation. Such problems can occur suddenly without symptoms, so any gastrointestinal symptoms should be reported to a doctor immediately. Patients with a history of peptic ulcers, serious liver disorders, kidney disorders, blood abnormalities, or heart failure should not take this medication. Additionally, individuals with allergies to this drug or its components, pregnant women in the late stage, or nursing mothers should also avoid its use. Patients with a history of peptic ulcers or with liver, kidney, or blood disorders, the elderly, and hypertensive patients should take this medication cautiously and monitor their condition regularly while using it. This medication may cause hypersensitivity reactions such as skin rashes, hives, or difficulty breathing; if these symptoms occur, use should be discontinued. Gastrointestinal symptoms may include abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea, and in severe cases, bleeding or perforation may occur, so caution is required. This medication can cause various side effects including liver dysfunction, decreased kidney function, blood abnormalities, and respiratory issues, so any unusual symptoms should be reported to medical personnel immediately. In particular, if severe skin rashes or mucosal damage occurs, the medication should be stopped immediately, and medical treatment should be sought. Taking this medication in conjunction with other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs may increase the risk of side effects, so combination use is not recommended. Additionally, this medication may interact with several other drugs, so individuals taking other medications should inform their doctor or pharmacist. Taking this medication during pregnancy, especially in the late stage, can be harmful to the fetus, so it should be avoided, and it should also be avoided during breastfeeding. Safety for children has not been established, so it is principle not to administer it to children. Elderly patients are at higher risk for side effects when taking this medication, so extra caution is needed. Finally, this medication should be stored out of reach of children, and transferring it to another container may not be good for maintaining quality, so it should be avoided.

Serious side effects

• Hives
• severe swelling (edema)
• chest tightness
• difficulty breathing
• shock
• symptoms resembling anaphylaxis
• peptic ulcers
• perforation
• hematemesis
• gastrointestinal bleeding

Mild side effects

• Rash
• itching
• fever
• abdominal pain
• discomfort in the stomach area
• appetite loss
• nausea
• vomiting
• diarrhea
• constipation

This medication should be stored in a sealed container to protect it from air and moisture, and it is important to maintain a storage temperature between 1 degree Celsius and 30 degrees Celsius. By storing it this way, the effectiveness of the medication can be safely maintained.

Appearance

White round tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 500 tablets/bottle