Pancol Syrup (Dexibuprofen)

Adult dose

No separate dosing instructions are specified for adults.

Child dose

For children aged 6 months and older, a single dose of 0.4-0.6 mL/kg (5-7 mg/kg as Dexibuprofen) can be taken every 4-6 hours as needed, not exceeding 4 doses in a day (28 mg/kg).

This medication should be discussed with a doctor or pharmacist if the user regularly consumes more than 3 glasses of alcohol daily, as it may cause gastrointestinal bleeding. This medication can affect the cardiovascular system, so those at risk of heart disease or stroke should take particular caution and consult medical personnel immediately if any symptoms appear. Those with a risk of ulcers or gastrointestinal bleeding should use this medication cautiously, as it may worsen these conditions. People with peptic ulcers, severe liver disease, kidney disease, or cardiovascular issues should not take this medication, and it should also be avoided by those allergic to its components. Caution is advised for patients with a history of blood disorders, liver disease, kidney disease, or hypertension, especially if they are taking aspirin, as this medication may reduce the effectiveness of aspirin or increase its side effects. If any abnormal symptoms such as chest tightness, difficulty breathing, skin rash, severe headache, or decreased urine output occur during treatment, the medication should be stopped immediately and medical personnel consulted. It is recommended to use this medication for a short time at the minimum dosage, and regular blood tests and liver and kidney function tests are necessary for long-term use. During pregnancy, especially in late pregnancy, it should be avoided due to potential risks to the fetus, and if breastfeeding, it should be discontinued since the drug can pass into breast milk and affect the infant. Particular caution is needed when administering this medication to children or the elderly due to the higher likelihood of adverse reactions, so it should be administered under the supervision of medical personnel. The risk of side effects may increase when taken with other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, alcohol, anticoagulants, etc., so it is important to consult with healthcare professionals. In cases of overdose, prompt emergency treatment such as gastric lavage or inducing vomiting is necessary, and it should be kept in a safe place out of reach of children.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, shock, anaphylactic shock, severe allergic reactions, severe skin reactions (Stevens-Johnson syndrome, Lyell syndrome, DRESS syndrome, acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis), severe rash with high fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in mucous membranes of mouth/eyes, asthma attacks, difficulty breathing or shortness of breath, jaundice, yellowing of skin or eyes

Mild side effects

• Nausea
• vomiting
• abdominal pain
• indigestion
• diarrhea
• gastric discomfort
• thirst
• stomatitis
• abdominal distension
• constipation

Drug interactions

This medication should not be used with other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, aspirin, or high doses of methotrexate. Consult with a doctor or pharmacist when taking it with glucocorticoids, digoxin, phenytoin, probenecid, sulfinpyrazone, sulfonylureas, diuretics, antihypertensives, ACE inhibitors, furosemide, lithium, low-dose methotrexate, or coumarin anticoagulants.

Food interactions

Use of this medication with alcohol requires caution.

This medication is sensitive to light, so it should be stored in a special container that does not allow light to enter. Additionally, it is best stored at room temperature between 15 and 25 degrees Celsius, avoiding excessively hot or cold places.

Appearance

Colorless to slightly yellow syrup contained in aluminum foil

Package unit

6 mL/pack X 10