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Phenocrin Patch STRONG (Flurbiprofen)

OTC medicationPatch
Ingredient · strength
Flurbiprofen›18.8mg / 1 sheet
Manufacturer / importer
Shinshin Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
Appearance
This medication is a patch that applies a milky adhesive substance on a light yellow-pink lint that covers the solid surface with a release liner.
Packaging
1 sheet (10x7)㎠ - 6 sheets/pack, 1 sheet (10x7)㎠ - 7 sheets/pack, 1 sheet (10x7)㎠ - 10 sheets/pack, 1 sheet (10x7)㎠ - 12 sheets/pack, 1 sheet (10x14)㎠ - 6 sheets/pack, 1 sheet (10x14)㎠ - 7 sheets/pack, 1 sheet (10x14)㎠ - 10 sheets/pack, 1 sheet (7.06x15)㎠ - 6 sheets/pack, 1 sheet (7.06x15)㎠ - 7 sheets/pack, 1 sheet (7.06x15)㎠ - 10 sheets/pack, 1 sheet (2.6x2
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 201902832 · Notified 2019.05.02

Summary

Main use
Relief of muscle, joint, and tendon pain and inflammation, and post-traumatic swelling and pain
Who uses it
Adults
Adult dosage
After removing the release liner from the medicated surface, apply to the affected area (site of disease) twice daily.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
Shinshin Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Relief of muscle, joint, and tendon pain and inflammation, and post-traumatic swelling and pain

  • Degenerative arthritis
  • osteoarthritis
  • periarthritis of the shoulder
  • tendinitis
  • tenosynovitis
  • tendinopathy
  • lateral epicondylitis
  • tennis elbow
  • muscle pain
  • swelling
  • pain
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This medication is primarily effective for joint-related diseases such as osteoarthritis, periarthritis of the shoulder, tendinitis and tenosynovitis, as well as lateral epicondylitis known as tennis elbow. It is also used to relieve muscle pain and swelling and pain caused by trauma. It helps reduce pain and inflammation from various conditions, thus aiding in improving the daily lives of patients. Therefore, it is used for various musculoskeletal disorders that require pain relief and anti-inflammatory effects.

Dosage and Administration

Adult dosage

After removing the release liner from the medicated surface, apply to the affected area (site of disease) twice daily.

Precautions

This medication contains the active ingredient flurbiprofen, which should not be used in certain patients. It should not be administered to those who have had allergic reactions to this medication or other flurbiprofen formulations. Additionally, patients who have experienced asthma attacks due to aspirin or non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs should not use this medication. Patients with bronchial asthma should be cautious as this medication may provoke asthma attacks. If any symptoms such as redness, rash, itching, or burning sensation occur while using this medication, use should be stopped immediately. If there is difficulty breathing or wheezing, this may be an early sign of an asthma attack, and use should be ceased and healthcare professional should be consulted. This medication contains propylene glycol, so individuals allergic to this ingredient should use it with caution. While this medication provides relief from inflammation and pain, it does not treat the underlying cause and should be used for symptom management. When applied to inflamed areas associated with skin infections, it should be used in conjunction with antibacterial or antifungal medications, and the condition should be closely monitored. When used for chronic conditions such as degenerative arthritis, other treatment methods should also be considered alongside the medication, and attention should be paid to side effects. It should only be used during early and mid-stage pregnancy when necessary, and the dosage should be minimized and treatment duration shortened when the therapeutic benefits outweigh the risks. It is advisable not to use this medication in late pregnancy as it may pose risks to both the fetus and mother. The safety for children has not been sufficiently established; therefore, its use is not recommended. Elderly patients should be particularly cautious and use this medication with care regarding the condition of their skin. This medication should not be applied to damaged skin or mucous membranes, areas with eczema or rashes. It is advisable to clean the sweating area before application.

Side effects

  • redness
  • rash
  • urticaria
  • itching
  • burning sensation
  • contact dermatitis
  • dry blistering sound
  • wheezing
  • shortness of breath
  • asthma attack

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

Storage

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container that can block light and kept at room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius. This way of storage helps maintain the efficacy of the medication for a longer time.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

This medication is a patch that applies a milky adhesive substance on a light yellow-pink lint that covers the solid surface with a release liner.

Package unit

1 sheet (10x7)㎠ - 6 sheets/pack, 1 sheet (10x7)㎠ - 7 sheets/pack, 1 sheet (10x7)㎠ - 10 sheets/pack, 1 sheet (10x7)㎠ - 12 sheets/pack, 1 sheet (10x14)㎠ - 6 sheets/pack, 1 sheet (10x14)㎠ - 7 sheets/pack, 1 sheet (10x14)㎠ - 10 sheets/pack, 1 sheet (7.06x15)㎠ - 6 sheets/pack, 1 sheet (7.06x15)㎠ - 7 sheets/pack, 1 sheet (7.06x15)㎠ - 10 sheets/pack, 1 sheet (2.6x2

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