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Jaltoprofen Tablets (Jaltoprofen)

Prescription medicationTablet경구Expired
Ingredient · strength
Zaltoprofen›80mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
한국신텍스제약(주)
Appearance
White round film-coated tablets
Packaging
30 tablets/bottle, 500 tablets/bottle
Approval status
Expired

MFDS item code 201907150 · Approved 2019.10.10

This product's status changed to Expired on 2024.10.10. It may no longer be sold, so consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking it.

Summary

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

Ingredients

Manufacturer
한국신텍스제약(주)

Efficacy & effects

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

  • Chronic rheumatoid arthritis
  • osteoarthritis
  • low back pain
  • periarthritis of the shoulder
  • cervical shoulder syndrome
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This medication helps alleviate symptoms through its anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects in various conditions such as chronic rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, low back pain, periarthritis of the shoulder, and cervical shoulder syndrome. It is also used to reduce inflammation and pain that occur after surgery, trauma, and tooth extraction. Overall, it helps to reduce inflammation and relieve pain, making life more comfortable for patients. This medication is effectively utilized to treat pain and inflammation occurring in these various situations.

How to take

Adult dose

As Jaltoprofen, take 80 mg orally three times a day. For single doses, take 80-160 mg orally.

Precautions

This medication may cause gastrointestinal bleeding in those who regularly consume more than three drinks a day; therefore, consultation with a doctor or pharmacist is essential. This medication may increase the risk of cardiovascular disease, and serious issues such as myocardial infarction or stroke can occur; thus, those with cardiovascular conditions or risk factors should take particular care. Additionally, this medication can cause serious gastrointestinal issues like gastrointestinal bleeding, ulcers, and perforations, so elderly patients or those with a history of gastrointestinal disorders should be particularly cautious. Patients with peptic ulcers, severe blood disorders, liver disease, kidney disease, heart failure, those allergic to this medication or its components, those with asthma or aspirin allergies, pregnant women in their later stages, nursing mothers, and patients with inflammatory bowel disease should not take this medication. Caution should be exercised when administering this medication to patients with a history of peptic ulcers, blood disorders, liver or kidney issues, heart failure, asthma, the elderly, and hypertensive patients, and they should be carefully monitored under a physician's guidance. While taking this medication, abnormal symptoms such as stomach pain, vomiting, diarrhea, headache, dizziness, allergic reactions, skin rashes, abnormal liver function, and decreased kidney function may occur, and immediate consultation with a physician is advisable if any symptoms appear. This medication should be used at the minimum effective dose and for the shortest duration possible. If taken long-term, regular blood tests and assessments of liver and kidney function should be conducted. This medication may interact with other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, diuretics, anticoagulants, lithium, methotrexate, etc., so it is important to inform if taking any other medications. Particularly during late pregnancy, it may be harmful to the fetus; thus, women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should consult a doctor before taking it, and nursing mothers are advised against taking it. The safety for children has not been established; therefore, it is advised not to use it in children. Elderly patients may have decreased kidney function, which can increase the risk of elevated blood concentration of this medication, thus requiring dosage adjustment and careful monitoring of their condition. This medication should be kept out of reach of children and should not be transferred to another container.

Side effects and when to seek care immediately

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweats, paleness, gastrointestinal bleeding, significant cardiovascular thrombotic reactions, myocardial infarction, stroke, severe skin reactions (Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis), symptoms resembling anaphylaxis, mucocutaneous syndrome, acute renal failure, nephrotic syndrome, kidney damage, jaundice, liver abnormalities, severe edema, edema accompanied by elevated blood pressure, serious neurological symptoms (headaches,

Mild side effects

  • Gastric discomfort
  • stomach pain
  • nausea
  • upper abdominal pain
  • stomatitis
  • vomiting
  • diarrhea
  • abdominal pain
  • feeling of fullness
  • heartburn
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  • loss of appetite
  • constipation
  • glossitis
  • dry mouth
  • abdominal bloating
  • headache
  • drowsiness
  • dizziness
  • tingling
  • rash
  • pruritus
  • eczema
  • itching
  • fatigue
  • dysuria
  • urinary disorders
  • fever
  • flush
  • frequent urination
  • indigestion
  • abdominal pain
  • elevated blood pressure
  • dizziness
  • gastritis

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

Storage

This medication must be stored in a tightly sealed container to protect it from air and moisture. It is important to maintain a storage temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

White round film-coated tablets

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 500 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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