Roxotop Cataplasma (Sodium Loxoprofen Hydrate)

Adult dosage

Apply 1 sheet once daily to the affected area.

This drug should not be used by individuals who have had an allergic reaction to this medication or its ingredients. Patients with specific asthma known as aspirin-induced asthma or with a history of asthma attacks should not use this medication. This medication should not be applied to mucosal areas such as the eyes or mouth, as well as to skin with wounds or eczema or rashes. Additionally, this medication should not be applied to skin infected with skin diseases such as athlete's foot or tinea. Patients with bronchial asthma or those currently receiving other treatments should consult a doctor or pharmacist before using this medication. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should only use this medication when the benefits of treatment are judged to outweigh the risks, as its safety is not established. Young children, especially premature infants, newborns, infants, and toddlers, have insufficient experience with this medication, and its safety is not confirmed. Elderly individuals over 65 years of age may experience skin reactions more frequently when using this medication, so skin conditions should be monitored closely. If symptoms do not improve after using this medication for more than a week, use should be stopped immediately and a doctor or pharmacist should be consulted. If symptoms such as itching, skin rash, or contact dermatitis occur while using this medication, or if symptoms such as indigestion, liver function abnormalities appear, a healthcare professional should be consulted. If serious allergic reactions such as shock or anaphylaxis occur, use should be stopped immediately and emergency treatment should be obtained. This medication must be used according to the specified methods and dosages, and it is a medication that helps relieve symptoms, not one that treats the underlying cause. When used for inflammation accompanied by a skin infection, it should be used cautiously along with antibiotics or antifungals, while monitoring the condition. For chronic diseases like degenerative arthritis, other treatment methods should be combined with drug therapy, and the occurrence of adverse reactions should be closely monitored. Do not use occlusive dressings when using this medication; keep it in a safe place out of the reach of children. It is also important to store the medication in its original container and not to transfer it to another container, and the container must be tightly closed.

Serious side effects

• Hives
• severe swelling (edema)
• chest tightness
• difficulty breathing
• shock
• anaphylaxis
• laryngeal edema.

Mild side effects

• Itching
• erythema (red spots)
• contact dermatitis
• skin rash
• subcutaneous bleeding
• skin irritation
• pigmentation
• blistering
• swelling
• abdominal discomfort

This medication is sensitive to light, so it must be stored in a special container that blocks light. Additionally, to maintain the effectiveness of the medication, it is important to store it at room temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees.

Appearance

A sticky solid that is pink and light pink, coated on a non-woven fabric with a unique scent and with an adhering sheet on the back.

Package unit

5 sheets/package