Apex Extended Release Tablets (Aceclofenac)

Adult dose

As aceclofenac, take 200 mg once daily. This medication should be taken whole, without chewing or breaking.

This medication may cause severe side effects such as gastrointestinal bleeding in individuals who regularly consume excessive alcohol, so consultation with a physician or pharmacist is essential. This drug may increase the risk of cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases, thus patients with risk factors such as heart disease, hypertension, diabetes, and smoking should carefully consider taking it. The longer the dosage and duration, the higher the risk of cardiovascular side effects, so it is important to use the minimum effective dose for the shortest period possible. This medication can cause serious adverse reactions such as gastrointestinal bleeding, ulcers, and perforations, and special caution is needed for the elderly or those with a history of gastrointestinal disorders. It should not be taken by anyone with a history of active peptic ulcers or bleeding, or who is allergic to this drug or similar ingredients. Patients with asthma or sensitivity to aspirin, severe heart failure, cardiovascular disease, pregnant women in the third trimester, and nursing mothers should not take this medication. Patients with kidney or liver function issues, the elderly, and those with hypertension should use this drug cautiously and monitor their health regularly while taking it. This medicine may cause central nervous system side effects such as dizziness or drowsiness, so caution is needed when driving or operating dangerous machinery. Women who are pregnant or planning to become pregnant should be especially careful, as this drug may affect female fertility, requiring consultation before use. This medication may interact with other drugs, so especially if taking anticoagulants, diuretics, antihypertensives, or diabetes medications, consultation with a physician is necessary. If any abnormal symptoms such as a skin rash, difficulty in breathing, or severe abdominal pain occur during use, stop immediately and inform a healthcare professional. The safety and efficacy of this drug has not been established for children and adolescents, so its use should be avoided. In case of overdose, symptoms such as gastrointestinal irritation, hypotension, respiratory depression, and convulsions may occur, so immediate medical attention should be sought. This medication should be stored out of reach of children, and it is safe not to transfer it to another container.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, paleness, severe allergic reactions, severe rashes with high fever, blisters, skin sloughing, pain in oral/eye mucosa, severe skin adverse reactions, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, asthmatic attacks, respiratory abnormalities accompanied by cough and fever, yellowing of skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme lethargy, liver problems (jaundice), sudden and very severe

Mild side effects

• Dizziness
• abnormal liver enzyme levels
• itching
• rash
• anemia
• leukopenia
• thrombocytopenia
• neutropenia
• hemolytic anemia
• aplastic anemia

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to prevent air or moisture from entering. It is best kept at room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

White, biconvex, rectangular film-coated tablet

Package unit

For domestic use - 30 tablets/bottle, For domestic use - 100 tablets/bottle