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Acepam Tablet 100 mg (Aceclofenac)

Acepam Tablet 100 mg (Aceclofenac)

Prescription medicationTablet경구
Ingredient · strength
Aceclofenac›100mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
건일바이오팜주식회사
Appearance
White round film-coated tablet
Packaging
30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 201902130 · Approved 2019.04.08 · Insurance code 073001500

Summary

Main use
Relief of inflammation and pain in rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, etc.
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
As Aceclofenac, take 100 mg every 12 hours, twice a day. Do not chew or crush the tablet; swallow it whole. Adjust the dose as appropriate based on symptoms. To minimize cardiovascular side effects, it should be administered at the lowest effective dose for the shortest duration.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
건일바이오팜주식회사

Efficacy & effects

Relief of inflammation and pain in rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, etc.

  • Rheumatoid arthritis
  • ankylosing spondylitis
  • osteoarthritis
  • periarticular inflammation of the scapula-humeral joint
  • dental pain
  • inflammation after trauma
  • low back pain
  • sciatica
  • pain due to non-articular rheumatism
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Used for various joint diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, osteoarthritis (degenerative arthritis), and periarticular inflammation of the scapula-humeral joint. It is also effective for pain due to dental pain, inflammation from trauma, low back pain, sciatica, and pain related to non-articular rheumatism. This medication helps relieve inflammation and pain, making daily life more comfortable for patients. It is used for overall improvement of joint health and pain reduction.

How to take

Adult dose

As Aceclofenac, take 100 mg every 12 hours, twice a day. Do not chew or crush the tablet; swallow it whole. Adjust the dose as appropriate based on symptoms. To minimize cardiovascular side effects, it should be administered at the lowest effective dose for the shortest duration.

Precautions

This medication may cause gastrointestinal bleeding if taken by individuals who regularly consume more than three alcoholic drinks a day; consult a doctor or pharmacist. This medication may increase the risk of cardiovascular or cerebrovascular diseases, and patients with risk factors such as heart failure, hypertension, diabetes, and smoking should use it with caution. Use the minimum effective dose for the shortest duration possible and regularly monitor symptoms and reactions. Serious gastrointestinal side effects such as gastrointestinal bleeding, ulcers, and perforation may occur, particularly in elderly patients or those with a history of gastrointestinal diseases, so caution is advised. Patients with active peptic ulcers or bleeding, hypersensitivity to this drug or similar drugs, and those with a history of asthma or allergies should not take this medication. The use of this medication is contraindicated or should be used with caution in specific patient groups such as those with heart failure, severe kidney or liver dysfunction, pregnant women in late pregnancy, breastfeeding mothers, and patients with inflammatory bowel disease. During treatment, dizziness, skin rashes, and breathing difficulties may occur, so if any unusual symptoms develop, notify medical personnel immediately. This medication may interact with other drugs, so especially if taking anticoagulants, diuretics, ACE inhibitors, etc., consult a doctor. Women who are pregnant or planning to become pregnant should avoid or limit its use, and breastfeeding mothers should consider stopping breastfeeding or discontinuing the medication. Safety and efficacy in children and adolescents have not been adequately established, so caution is required for use. Elderly patients are at a higher risk of side effects such as gastrointestinal bleeding, so special care should be taken when taking this medication. Overdosage may lead to gastrointestinal irritation, hypotension, respiratory depression, and seizures; seek medical attention immediately if such symptoms occur. Keep this medication out of the reach of children, and avoid transferring it to different containers as it may adversely affect quality.

Side effects and when to seek care immediately

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe rash with high fever, blisters, skin peeling, oral/ocular mucous membrane pain, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attack, coughing accompanied by fever-related respiratory distress, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme lethargy, sudden and severe headache, thunderclap headache, seizures, confusion, vision disturbances, paralysis, urination problems

Mild side effects

  • Dizziness
  • abnormal liver enzyme levels
  • itching
  • rash
  • anemia
  • leukopenia
  • thrombocytopenia
  • neutropenia
  • hemolytic anemia
  • aplastic anemia
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  • agranulocytosis
  • hyperkalemia
  • depression
  • unusual dreams
  • insomnia
  • visual disturbances
  • optic neuritis
  • sensory abnormalities
  • tremors
  • drowsiness
  • headache
  • taste disturbance
  • neck stiffness
  • fever
  • spatial disorientation
  • confusion
  • hallucinations
  • tinnitus
  • fatigue
  • palpitations
  • facial flushing
  • high blood pressure
  • heart failure
  • shortness of breath
  • bronchitis

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

Storage

Store this medication in a tightly sealed container to protect it from air and moisture. It's recommended to maintain storage temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

White round film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle

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