Medication info

Power Stop Skin Patch (Ketoprofen)

OTC medicationPatch
Ingredient · strength
Ketoprofen›30mg / 1 sheet
Manufacturer / importer
경남제약(주)
Appearance
A colorless, transparent or translucent adhesive substance applied to a light yellow non-woven fabric, covered with a release liner on a solid surface.
Packaging
10 patches per box, 10 patches x 4
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 201804892 · Notified 2018.12.03

Summary

Main use
Analgesic and anti-inflammatory effects for joint and muscle pain, including degenerative arthritis.
Who uses it
Adults
Adult dosage
After removing the release liner from the patch, apply it to the affected area once daily.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
경남제약(주)

Efficacy & effects

Analgesic and anti-inflammatory effects for joint and muscle pain, including degenerative arthritis.

  • Degenerative arthritis
  • osteoarthritis
  • shoulder periarthritis
  • tendinitis
  • tendonitis
  • tenosynovitis
  • lateral epicondylitis
  • muscle pain
  • post-trauma swelling
  • pain
  • swelling after injury
  • discomfort.
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This medication aids in alleviating pain and inflammation. It is particularly effective for joint diseases such as degenerative arthritis and shoulder periarthritis. It is also used for tendon-related conditions, such as tendinitis and tenosynovitis. Moreover, it is effective for muscle pain and conditions known as lateral epicondylitis or tennis elbow. It helps reduce swelling and pain that occur after trauma. This medication improves various states of pain and inflammation.

Dosage and Administration

Adult dosage

After removing the release liner from the patch, apply it to the affected area once daily.

Precautions

This medication should not be used by individuals with specific allergic reactions. For example, people with hypersensitivity to this medication or its components, or a history of photosensitivity should avoid it. Asthma patients or those with a history of asthma should not use this medication as it may trigger an asthma attack. Individuals with hypersensitivity to certain drugs should also refrain from using this medication. Pregnant women after six months should not use this medication as it may affect the fetus. It is also advised that children under 15 years of age avoid this medication. Before using this medication, patients with bronchial asthma or those currently undergoing treatment, as well as pregnant or nursing women, should consult their doctor or pharmacist. Especially in the case of pregnant or nursing women, it is advisable to avoid long-term or extensive use. During the use of this medication, serious allergic reactions or shock symptoms can rarely occur; if such symptoms appear, use should be immediately discontinued, and consultation with a specialist should be sought. If symptoms of an asthma attack or breathing difficulties arise, use should be stopped immediately. If skin redness, rashes, itching, blisters, or swelling appear, or if skin symptoms worsen due to UV exposure, usage should be discontinued. If symptoms do not improve after one week of use, consultation with a specialist is necessary. Precautions should be taken to avoid UV exposure during the period of use and for two weeks afterward, protecting the application site with clothing, hats, sunglasses, or sunscreen. White or thin clothing may allow UV rays to pass through, so wearing colored clothing is recommended. This medication is a treatment that alleviates symptoms and does not treat the underlying cause; in cases of skin infections, it should be used in conjunction with antibiotics or antifungals. When used for chronic arthritis or similar diseases, consider other treatment options and closely monitor the condition. It should not be applied to the eyes or mucous membranes; care should be taken as it may cause irritation or pain when used on damaged skin or areas with eczema. It should not be used for fungal infections such as athlete's foot or ringworm, and using airtight dressings to cover the medication is also discouraged. Finally, it is crucial to keep this medication out of the reach of children.

Side effects and when to seek care immediately

Serious side effects

Hives, difficulty breathing, facial swelling (severe swelling), anaphylactic symptoms (severe allergic reactions), asthma attack, dry cough, wheezing, difficulty breathing (respiratory issues).

Mild side effects

  • Skin redness (hyperemia)
  • rash
  • itching
  • blisters
  • maceration
  • irritation and swelling
  • skin dryness
  • pigmentation
  • photosensitivity
  • exacerbation of skin rash.

Not everyone experiences these, and they can vary from person to person.

Storage

This medication is sensitive to light and should be stored in a light-blocking container. Additionally, it is important to store it at room temperature, specifically between 1 degrees and 30 degrees Celsius, to maintain its effectiveness.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

A colorless, transparent or translucent adhesive substance applied to a light yellow non-woven fabric, covered with a release liner on a solid surface.

Package unit

10 patches per box, 10 patches x 4

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This drug information is based on data provided by the Korea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
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