Medication info

Wysalto-profen Tablet

Prescription medicationTablet경구
Ingredient · strength
Zaltoprofen›80mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
(주)옵투스제약
Appearance
White round film-coated tablet
Packaging
30 tablets/bottle
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 201902799 · Approved 2019.04.30

Summary

Main use
Anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects for chronic rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis.
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
Zaltoprofen 80 mg taken orally three times a day. For a single dose, take 80–160 mg orally.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
(주)옵투스제약

Efficacy & effects

Anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects for chronic rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis.

  • Chronic rheumatoid arthritis
  • osteoarthritis
  • low back pain
  • adhesive capsulitis
  • cervical spondylosis
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This medication is used to alleviate inflammation and pain in a variety of joint and musculoskeletal disorders, such as chronic rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis (degenerative arthritis), low back pain, adhesive capsulitis, and cervical spondylosis. It is also effective for inflammation and pain that occur after surgery, trauma, or tooth extraction. This drug helps reduce discomfort and improve the quality of life for patients. Overall, it supports pain relief in various situations through its anti-inflammatory and analgesic actions.

How to take

Adult dose

Zaltoprofen 80 mg taken orally three times a day. For a single dose, take 80–160 mg orally.

Precautions

People who regularly consume three or more glasses of alcohol should consult with a doctor or pharmacist before taking this medication. The risk of gastrointestinal bleeding is increased if a heavy drinker takes this medication. This drug may affect the cardiovascular system, so patients at risk of heart disease or stroke should use it with caution. Even patients without a history of cardiovascular disease should observe heart-related symptoms carefully while taking this medication. This medication can place a burden on the stomach and may increase the risk of gastric ulcers or bleeding. Elderly patients or those with a history of gastrointestinal disorders should be particularly careful, and if stomach bleeding symptoms appear during use, they should immediately consult medical personnel. Patients with peptic ulcers, severe liver disorders, kidney disorders, heart failure, or those allergic to this medication or its ingredients should not take it. In addition, asthmatic patients sensitive to aspirin or similar drugs, pregnant women in the late stages of pregnancy, and nursing mothers should avoid using this medication. Patients with a history of peptic ulcers, blood disorders, liver or kidney disease, the elderly, patients with hypertension, or those taking diuretics or ACE inhibitors should use this medication with caution. Possible side effects include abdominal discomfort, nausea, diarrhea, headache, dizziness, skin rash, and allergic reactions, so if any symptoms appear, medical personnel should be informed immediately. Taking this medication with other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs may increase the risk of side effects, so it is advisable not to combine them. During pregnancy, especially in the late stages, it can be harmful to the fetus, so it should not be used, and only minimal doses should be used for short periods in early or mid-pregnancy if absolutely necessary. Nursing mothers should not take this medication as its ingredients may be transmitted through breast milk. Safety for children has not been established, so it should not be used in children. Elderly patients may have decreased kidney function, raising the risk of increased drug concentrations in the blood, so it is necessary to reduce the dosage or extend the dosing intervals. Keep this medication out of reach of children and do not transfer it to another container. Before taking this medication, it is essential to carefully consider its risks and benefits and to use the minimum effective dose and duration whenever possible.

Side effects and when to seek care immediately

Serious side effects

Hives, facial swelling, difficulty breathing, shock, anaphylaxis-like symptoms, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis (Lyell syndrome), peptic ulcers, small intestine/colon ulcers, hemorrhagic colitis, agranulocytosis, thrombocytopenia, hemolytic anemia, aplastic anemia, jaundice, acute renal failure, nephrotic syndrome, edema, cardiovascular thrombotic reactions, myocardial infarction, stroke, heart failure, asthma, bronchospasm, anemia, hepatitis, liver

Mild side effects

  • Abdominal discomfort
  • stomach ache
  • nausea
  • upper abdominal pain
  • stomatitis
  • diarrhea
  • abdominal pain
  • sensation of fullness
  • vomiting
  • heartburn
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  • loss of appetite
  • constipation
  • glossitis
  • thirst
  • abdominal bloating
  • headache
  • drowsiness
  • dizziness
  • tingling
  • rash
  • wheals
  • eczema
  • itching
  • photosensitive reactions
  • decreased red blood cells
  • decreased hemoglobin
  • decreased hematocrit
  • increased eosinophils
  • increased white blood cells
  • decreased white blood cells
  • increased platelets
  • elevated ALT
  • elevated AST
  • elevated ALP
  • γ

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

Storage

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to protect it from air or moisture, and it is recommended to keep it at room temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. Storing it this way helps maintain the effectiveness of the drug.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

White round film-coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle

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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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