Shin Shin Difen Cool Plaster (Diclofenac Sodium)

Adult dosage

Adults (15 years and older) should apply one piece once daily to the affected area.

This medication should not be used by those who have had allergic reactions to this drug or its ingredients. Individuals who have experienced asthma attacks due to aspirin or other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) should avoid using this medication because it may trigger severe asthma attacks. Children under 15 years of age should not use this medication as safety has not been sufficiently verified. Pregnant women in the third trimester should not use this medication as it may pose risks to the fetus and mother. During the use of this medication, do not use other diclofenac preparations or NSAIDs simultaneously. Patients with bronchial asthma or inflammation with concurrent infection must consult a doctor or pharmacist before use. In cases of chronic illness, this medication should be used cautiously while closely monitoring the patient's condition. Pregnant women should especially avoid use during the third trimester, and use during the first and second trimesters should be limited to the minimum duration and dosage necessary. Breastfeeding women are advised against using this medication as it may transfer into breast milk. Elderly patients are at higher risk for adverse reactions in the cardiovascular, gastrointestinal, and renal systems, so it should be used cautiously at minimal doses. If serious skin adverse reactions, such as red spots, rashes, swelling, or blisters occur while using this medication, stop using it immediately and consult a doctor. Severe reactions such as hypersensitivity or asthma attacks can rarely occur, so caution is advised. This medication is a symptomatic treatment and does not address the underlying cause, so efficacy and side effects should be re-evaluated with long-term use. Do not use on eyes or mucous membranes, or on damaged skin, and do not cover with an occlusive bandage. Be cautious as skin irritation or tingling may occur if the skin is damaged. When used with certain antibiotics, there may be a risk of seizures; immediate appropriate action should be taken if any abnormal symptoms occur. In case of overdose, serious systemic side effects such as hypotension, renal failure, and seizures may occur, so caution is necessary. This medication may worsen renal function when used with certain diuretics, and renal status should be closely monitored. There is a risk of serious gastrointestinal adverse reactions such as gastrointestinal bleeding, ulceration, and perforation, so extra caution is required when used with drugs that increase bleeding risk. This medication should be stored out of reach of children, away from direct sunlight, in a cool and dry place. Keep it in its original container, as transferring it to another container may cause misuse or degradation in quality.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (including angioedema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, cold sweat, pallor, severe allergic reactions, severe rash with high fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in the mucous membranes of the mouth/eyes, severe skin adverse reactions (exfoliative dermatitis, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis), jaundice, liver abnormalities, sudden and severe headaches, thunderclap headache, seizures, confusion, visual disturbances

Mild side effects

Skin irritation, tingling sensation, itching, pain, dry skin, congestion, redness, eczema, skin peeling, pigmentation, temporary gastrointestinal discomfort, hypotension, renal failure, seizures, increased risk of gastrointestinal bleeding, increased risk of gastrointestinal ulceration, increased risk of gastrointestinal perforation, increased risk of bleeding

Drug interactions

This medication should not be used concomitantly with topical or oral diclofenac preparations or NSAIDs. Consult with a doctor or pharmacist if using concomitantly with fluoroquinolone antibiotics, loop diuretics, thiazide diuretics, drugs that interfere with coagulation, antiplatelet agents, selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors, and serotonin-norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors.

This medication is sensitive to light, so it should be stored in a container that does not allow light to pass through. Additionally, it is recommended to store the medication at room temperature, between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. Storing in this manner will help maintain the effectiveness of the medication for an extended period.

Appearance

This medication is a patch coated with a light yellow adhesive material applied to a peach-colored lint-free surface, covering the adhesive side.

Package unit

① 1 piece (10.0×7.0㎠) x 10 pieces / packaging ② 1 piece (10.0×14.0㎠) x 6 pieces / packaging ③ 1 piece (7.06×15.0)㎠ x 6 pieces / packaging