Maxibuki Kids Syrup (Dexibuprofen)

Adult dose

For individuals aged 12 and older, a single dose of 18-25 mL (215-300 mg) is taken, with a maximum of 72-100 mL (860-1200 mg) per day. Dosing may vary based on age and weight.

Child dose

For children aged 6 months and older, a dose of 0.4-0.6 mL/kg (5-7 mg/kg as Dexibuprofen) should be taken every 4-6 hours as needed, not exceeding 4 times a day (28 mg/kg).

This medication may increase the risk of gastrointestinal bleeding in individuals who regularly consume more than 3 drinks of alcohol per day, so it is essential to consult a doctor or pharmacist before use. This medication may increase the risk of cardiovascular diseases, and patients with a history of heart disease or stroke, or risk factors should be particularly cautious and consult medical personnel immediately if symptoms of cardiovascular issues arise. This medication may increase the risk of gastrointestinal bleeding, ulcers, and perforations, so individuals with a history of gastrointestinal disease or the elderly should be careful when taking it. Patients with peptic ulcers, severe liver or kidney impairment, severe hypertension, or a history of asthma should not take this medication. Patients with blood disorders, bleeding tendencies, liver impairment, kidney impairment, hypertonia, hypersensitivity, autoimmune diseases, or the elderly should be administered this medication with caution, especially when taken concurrently with aspirin as interactions may increase the risk of side effects. This medication may rarely cause severe allergic reactions, blood abnormalities, gastrointestinal bleeding, skin rashes, liver dysfunction, kidney function decrease, and other serious side effects, so immediately discontinuing use and consulting a healthcare provider should occur if any adverse symptoms appear. This medication should be taken at the minimum effective dose for the shortest duration possible, and regular blood tests and liver and kidney function tests are necessary for prolonged use. The risk of side effects may increase when this medication is used in conjunction with other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs or specific medications, so be sure to inform medical personnel of any other medications being taken. Avoid use during late pregnancy as it may harm the fetus, and if breastfeeding, consider discontinuing breastfeeding or this medication as it may transfer into breast milk and affect the baby. Caution should be exercised when administering this medication to children or the elderly, and adverse reactions should be closely monitored. In cases of overdose, emergency treatments such as gastric lavage or inducing vomiting should be performed immediately, and this medication should be stored out of reach of children.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe rash with high fever, blisters, pain in oral/ocular mucosa, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, cough with fever and respiratory abnormalities, yellowing of skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme lethargy, sudden and severe headache, thunderclap headache, seizures, consciousness confusion, vision abnormalities, paralysis, urination

Mild side effects

• Nausea
• vomiting
• abdominal pain
• dyspepsia
• diarrhea
• gastric discomfort
• thirst
• stomatitis
• abdominal bloating
• constipation

Drug interactions

This medication should not be used in conjunction with other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. It should also be used with caution if taken with glucocorticoids, digoxin, phenytoin, probenecid, sulfinpyrazone, sulfonylureas, diuretics, antihypertensives, ACE inhibitors, furosemide, aspirin, lithium, methotrexate, and coumarin anticoagulants (such as warfarin). Consult a doctor or pharmacist if needed.

Food interactions

Caution should be exercised when taking this medication with alcohol.

This medication is sensitive to light, so it should be stored in a container that effectively blocks light. To maintain the effectiveness of the medication, it is advisable to store it at room temperature, between 15 to 25 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

A syrup with a light red to light orange color that has a grape flavor, contained in an aluminum foil pouch.

Package unit

For domestic use - 6 milliliters/pack [10 packs/box]