Loxoprofen Tablets (Loxoprofen Sodium Hydrate)

Adult dose

1. For efficacy 1 and 2: ○ Adults: Loxoprofen Sodium (anhydrous) 60 mg is taken orally three times daily. For a single dose, 60-120 mg may be taken orally. 2. For efficacy 3: ○ Adults: Loxoprofen Sodium (anhydrous) 60 mg is taken orally. As a rule, it can be given twice a day, with a maximum daily dose of 180 mg. Avoid taking on an empty stomach.

This medication may cause gastrointestinal bleeding in individuals who regularly consume more than three alcoholic drinks daily, so it is essential to consult a doctor or pharmacist. This medication may increase the risk of cardiovascular diseases, so patients with a risk of heart disease or stroke should be particularly cautious, and if cardiovascular symptoms appear, they should immediately consult medical personnel. It may cause serious gastrointestinal issues such as gastrointestinal bleeding, ulceration, or perforation, hence elderly patients or those with a history of gastrointestinal disease should be especially careful. Patients with peptic ulcers, severe liver or kidney impairments, severe blood disorders, or heart failure should not take this medication. Patients with asthma or allergies to aspirin, pregnant women in late pregnancy, and nursing mothers should also avoid using this drug. If hypersensitivity reactions such as rash, itching, or urticaria occur, discontinue use immediately and inform medical personnel. If gastrointestinal symptoms such as abdominal pain, vomiting, or blood in stools occur, stop taking the medication and seek treatment. Caution is needed when driving or operating machinery as neurological symptoms such as drowsiness, dizziness, and headaches may occur. Patients with impaired liver or kidney function should undergo regular examinations and discontinue use if any abnormal signs appear. This medication should not be taken together with other NSAIDs as it increases the risk of side effects. It may interact with specific antihypertensive drugs, diuretics, anticoagulants, and antibiotics, so inform your doctor if you are taking such medications. Women in early and mid-pregnancy should carefully decide on the necessity of this medication, and it should never be used in late pregnancy. Safety in pediatric patients has not been established, so use in children is not recommended. Elderly individuals are at a higher risk of side effects, so extra caution is necessary when administering. This medication should be used at the minimum effective dose and for the shortest duration necessary, and any unusual symptoms during treatment should be immediately consulted with medical personnel. Store out of reach of children and do not transfer to other containers for safety.

Serious side effects

Urticaria, severe swelling (angioedema, facial swelling, periocular edema, oral swelling), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, shock, anaphylaxis-like symptoms, gastrointestinal bleeding (vomiting blood, bleeding stools, blood in stools), severe gastrointestinal adverse reactions (peptic ulcers, perforation, bowel perforation), skin and mucous membrane syndrome (Stevens-Johnson syndrome), toxic epidermal necrolysis (Lyell syndrome), lupus erythematosus, and aseptic meningitis due to mixed connective tissue disease.

Mild side effects

• Occasionally may cause rash
• itching
• fever
• drowsiness
• numbness
• dizziness
• headache
• abdominal pain
• upper abdominal discomfort
• loss of appetite

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to protect it from air and moisture. It is also important to store it at room temperature between 1°C and 30°C to maintain its effectiveness.

Appearance

Pink round tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 500 tablets/bottle