Roxocue Tablets (Sodium Loxoprofen)

Adult dose

The usual dosage is 60 mg taken orally three times a day. For single doses, 60-120 mg may be taken. One dose of 60 mg is taken orally. In principle, it can be taken twice a day, with a maximum daily dosage of 180 mg. It is preferable to avoid taking it on an empty stomach. Adjust according to symptoms.

Individuals who regularly consume more than three drinks a day must consult with a doctor or pharmacist before taking this medication, as taking this medicine or other antipyretic analgesics may result in gastrointestinal bleeding. This medication may increase the risk of cardiovascular disease; therefore, those at risk of heart disease or stroke should carefully monitor their symptoms while taking it. If cardiovascular symptoms occur, medical attention should be sought immediately. This medication can cause serious gastrointestinal reactions such as gastrointestinal bleeding, ulceration, and perforation. Elderly patients or those with a history of gastrointestinal disorders should exercise greater caution, and if abdominal pain or bleeding occurs, they should stop taking the medication and visit a hospital immediately. Patients with a history of peptic ulcers, severe blood disorders, liver dysfunction, kidney dysfunction, heart failure, those with hypersensitivity to this drug, those allergic to aspirin or other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, pregnant women in the late stages of pregnancy, breastfeeding mothers, and individuals with inflammatory bowel disease should not use this medication. Patients with a history of peptic ulcers, blood disorders, liver dysfunction, kidney dysfunction, heart failure, asthma, high blood pressure, and similar conditions should take this medication with special caution and undergo regular examinations as directed by a doctor. This drug can cause severe symptoms such as allergic reactions, skin rashes, itching, difficulty breathing, and lowered blood pressure; if these occur, stop taking the medication immediately and consult healthcare personnel. Gastrointestinal symptoms may include abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and bloody stools; in severe cases, immediate treatment is needed. This medication can cause neurological symptoms such as drowsiness, dizziness, and headache, so caution should be exercised when driving or operating machinery. There may be issues with liver or kidney function; therefore, regular blood tests and liver and kidney function tests are necessary during long-term use. Taking this medication alongside other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs increases the risk of side effects; therefore, it is advisable not to take them together. Additionally, this medication may interact with blood pressure medications, diuretics, anticoagulants, lithium, methotrexate, etc.; hence, inform your doctor if you are taking these drugs. Caution should be exercised when taking this medication during early or mid-pregnancy, and it should not be taken during the late stages of pregnancy as it could be harmful to the fetus. It is safe for nursing mothers not to use this medication while breastfeeding. Safety in children has not been established, so it should not be used in pediatric patients. Elderly individuals may have an increased risk of side effects when taking this medication, so special caution is needed. This drug should be stored out of reach of children and should not be transferred to other containers.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), tightness in the chest, difficulty breathing, cold sweats, pallor, shock, anaphylaxis-like symptoms, peptic ulcers, perforation, hematemesis, melena, bloody stools, gastrointestinal bleeding with shock, bowel perforation, jaundice, liver dysfunction, fulminant hepatitis, acute renal failure, nephrotic syndrome, interstitial nephritis, respiratory distress, asthma attack, skin and mucous membrane syndrome (Stevens-Johnson syndrome), toxic epidermal necrolysis (Lyell's syndrome)

Mild side effects

• Rash
• itching
• fever
• abdominal pain
• discomfort in the upper abdomen
• loss of appetite
• nausea
• vomiting
• diarrhea
• constipation

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to prevent air and moisture from entering. It is recommended to maintain a storage temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

White round tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 300 tablets/bottle