Roprofen Tablets (Loxoprofen Sodium Hydrate)

Adult dose

1. For indications 1, 2 ○ Adults: Administer 60 mg of loxoprofen sodium (anhydrous) orally three times a day. For a single dose, 60 to 120 mg can be administered orally. 2. For indication 3 ○ Adults: Administer 60 mg of loxoprofen sodium (anhydrous) orally. In principle, it can be administered twice a day, with a maximum daily dosage of 180 mg. It is preferable to avoid taking on an empty stomach.

This medication may cause gastrointestinal bleeding in individuals who regularly consume more than three glasses of alcohol daily; it is essential to consult with a doctor or pharmacist. This medication can affect the cardiovascular system, so patients with a risk of heart disease or stroke should be particularly careful, and they should consult a healthcare professional immediately if they experience cardiovascular symptoms. Serious gastrointestinal issues such as gastrointestinal bleeding, ulcers, or perforations may occur, so patients must monitor gastrointestinal symptoms closely during treatment, especially the elderly who are at higher risk. Patients with a history of peptic ulcers, severe blood disorders, liver impairment, kidney dysfunction, or heart failure, and those with allergies to this medication or its components should not take this medication. It is also advisable for patients who have previously experienced asthma or allergic reactions due to aspirin or other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs to not use this medication as a safety precaution. Patients with a history of peptic ulcers or those with hypertension, renal disorders, liver diseases, and heart failure should use this medication cautiously and should continuously monitor their condition during treatment. Rarely, this medication can cause hypersensitivity reactions such as rashes, itching, or urticaria, so it should be discontinued immediately if such symptoms occur. Severe allergic reactions or symptoms of shock may develop; if symptoms such as difficulty breathing or hypotension occur, immediate medical attention is necessary. Gastrointestinal symptoms may include abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, or bloody stools; if these symptoms occur, the medication should be discontinued immediately and treated accordingly. Central nervous system symptoms such as drowsiness, dizziness, and headaches may occur, so caution is needed when driving or operating machinery. The medication can affect liver and kidney function; if liver or kidney function test results are abnormal, the use of this medication should be discontinued or adjusted. This medicine interacts with other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, anticoagulants, diuretics, lithium, methotrexate, etc., so it is important to consult a physician when taken in combination with these drugs. During late pregnancy, it can pose risks to the fetus, so it must not be taken; caution is also necessary during early or mid-pregnancy. It is safest not to take this medication while breastfeeding. The safety of this medication in children has not been established, so it is advised not to administer it to children. Elderly patients are at a higher risk for side effects when taking this medication and should exercise additional caution. This medication should be taken at the minimum effective dose for the shortest duration necessary, and if any unusual symptoms occur during treatment, immediate consultation with medical personnel is required. Store out of reach of children, and do not transfer to other containers.

Serious side effects

Urticaria, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, shock, anaphylaxis-like symptoms, peptic ulcers, perforation, hematemesis, melena, bloody stools, shock, intestinal perforation, upper abdominal pain, liver dysfunction (jaundice), fulminant hepatitis, acute renal failure, acute respiratory distress, asthma attacks, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis (Lyell's syndrome), erythema multiforme, acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis, angioedema

Mild side effects

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

This medication may be sensitive to air and moisture and should be stored in a sealed container. The storage temperature should be kept between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius to maintain the drug's efficacy and safety.

Appearance

Pink round tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 500 tablets/bottle