Jaltosan (Jaltoprofen)

Adult dose

As Jaltoprofen, 80 mg orally three times a day. For single dosing, 80 to 160 mg may be taken orally.

This medication should be discussed with a doctor or pharmacist if taken by individuals who regularly consume more than three alcoholic drinks per day, as it increases the risk of gastrointestinal bleeding. This medication may increase the risk of cardiovascular diseases, so individuals with a history of or risk factors for cardiovascular diseases should take particular caution and monitor for any cardiovascular symptoms. This medication can cause serious gastrointestinal adverse reactions such as gastrointestinal bleeding, ulcers, or perforation; therefore, elderly individuals or those with a history of gastrointestinal diseases should be especially careful and seek immediate treatment if symptoms of gastrointestinal bleeding occur. Patients with a history of peptic ulcers, severe blood disorders, liver dysfunction, kidney dysfunction, heart failure, or hypersensitivity, as well as those allergic to aspirin, should not take this medication. Women in late pregnancy or breastfeeding should not use this medication, and patients with genetic issues such as lactose intolerance should also not administer it. During treatment with this medication, symptoms like headache, dizziness, dyspepsia, skin rash, blood abnormalities, liver dysfunction, or kidney issues may occur, so if any symptoms arise, contact a doctor immediately. This medication should be taken for the shortest time possible at the minimum dose, and if used long-term, regular blood tests as well as liver and kidney function tests should be conducted. This medication should not be taken with other nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs as this increases the risk of side effects. Patients with hypertension, heart failure, or reduced kidney or liver function should be closely monitored while taking this medication, paying particular attention to blood pressure and fluid retention symptoms. In early to mid-pregnancy, the benefits and risks of using this medication should be carefully considered, and especially in late pregnancy, it should not be taken as it may pose risks to the fetus. Safety in pediatric patients has not been established, so it should be used cautiously in children. Elderly patients may have increased drug concentrations due to decreased kidney function and reduced plasma protein levels, so dosage and frequency should be adjusted and conditions should be carefully monitored. The medication should be stored out of reach of children, and care should be taken not to transfer it to other containers as this can compromise quality.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe rash accompanied by high fever, blisters, skin peeling, pain in oral/eye mucosa, yellowing of skin or eyes (jaundice), pronounced overall tiredness, sudden and severe headache, thunderclap headache, seizures, altered consciousness, visual disturbances, paralysis, significantly reduced urine output, severe generalized swelling with elevated blood pressure.

Mild side effects

• Abdominal discomfort
• abdominal pain
• nausea
• upper abdominal pain
• stomatitis
• vomiting
• heartburn
• loss of appetite
• diarrhea
• abdominal pain

This medication should be stored in a sealed container to protect it from air and moisture, and it is best kept at room temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. Storing it this way helps maintain the medication's efficacy and safety.

Appearance

White round film-coated tablets

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 500 tablets/bottle