Linolestroke (Flurbiprofen)

Adult dose

Adults: Slowly dissolve 1 lozenge of this drug in the mouth. If needed, take up to 5 lozenges per day at intervals of 3～6 hours. Use of this drug is recommended for a maximum of 3 days. Elderly patients: Since experience with use to date is limited, no recommended dose is available. Roll this drug around in the mouth while taking it to avoid local irritation.

Child dose

Children and adolescents 12 years of age or older: Slowly dissolve 1 lozenge of this drug in the mouth. If needed, take up to 5 lozenges per day at intervals of 3～6 hours. Use of this drug is recommended for a maximum of 3 days. Children under 12 years of age should not take this drug.

This medication may cause gastrointestinal bleeding in people who consume alcohol regularly (more than three drinks per day); therefore, it is essential to consult a doctor or pharmacist. This medication may affect the cardiovascular system, increasing the risk of serious thrombotic reactions such as myocardial infarction or stroke, so patients with cardiovascular diseases or risk factors should be particularly cautious. This medication may cause severe gastrointestinal side effects such as gastrointestinal bleeding, ulcers, or perforation. These risks may be especially higher in the elderly. Patients with an allergy to Yellow No. 4 (Tartrazine) should take this medication with caution. Those with an allergy to this drug or its components, or with a history of peptic ulcer, asthma, severe heart failure, or severe liver and kidney disorders should not take it. The risk of side effects may increase if this medication is taken together with other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, aspirin, antiplatelets, or glucocorticoids; therefore, co-administration should be avoided. Avoid driving or operating machinery during treatment, and breastfeeding mothers are advised not to use this medication. Patients with bronchial asthma, hypertension, blood disorders, liver or kidney diseases, and the elderly should consult a doctor or pharmacist before use. If any unusual symptoms such as headache, dizziness, vomiting, abdominal pain, skin rash, or breathing difficulties occur during use, immediately stop taking the medication and consult a specialist. During pregnancy, especially in the later stages, the use of this medication may harm the fetus, so pregnant women should consult a doctor before taking it. This medication should be kept out of the reach of children and securely stored in its original container.

Gastrointestinal bleeding, serious cardiovascular thrombotic reactions, myocardial infarction, stroke, bleeding from the stomach or intestines, ulcers, perforation, headache, dizziness, insomnia, drowsiness, visual disturbances, taste alteration, nausea, vomiting, constipation, diarrhea, bloating, peptic ulcers or bleeding, ulcerative stomatitis, dyspepsia, abdominal pain, bloody stools, gastritis, perforation worsening, tongue swelling, oral heat and burning sensation, oral ulcers, dry mouth, jaundice, elevated liver function tests, fulminant hepatitis, liver necrosis, liver failure, liver damage, heart failure, hypertension, arterial thrombotic disease, vascular edema, tachycardia, decreased blood pressure, leukopenia, aplastic anemia, agranulocytosis, thrombocytopenia, prolonged bleeding time, internal laryngeal edema accompanied by airway obstruction, dyspnea, edema, acute renal failure, nephrotic syndrome, interstitial nephritis, fluid retention, alopecia, exfoliative dermatitis, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, facial swelling, urticaria, rash, transient irritation of the buccal mucosa, hypersensitivity reaction accompanied by rash and itching, hypersensitivity reaction accompanying asthma attacks, anaphylactic shock

Drug interactions

This medication may interact with other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, antiplatelet agents such as aspirin, glucocorticoids, potassium-sparing diuretics, angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors, angiotensin II antagonists, cyclosporine, methotrexate, digoxin, phenytoin, quinolone antibiotics, furosemide diuretics, oral anticoagulants (e.g., warfarin), antihypertensives, lithium preparations, mifepristone, probenecid.

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container that does not allow air in, at a temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius. Proper storage will help maintain the drug's efficacy.

Appearance

Linolestroke (Lemon flavor): White to off-white round troche with holes Linolestroke (Honey & Grapefruit flavor): Light yellowish-red round troche with holes

Package unit

Lemon flavor - 12 tablets/PTP [6 tablets/PTP*2], Lemon flavor - 24 tablets/PTP [6 tablets/PTP*4], Honey Grapefruit flavor - 12 tablets/PTP [6 tablets/PTP*2]