Medication info

Trastplast (Piroxicam)

OTC medicationPatch
Ingredient · strength
Piroxicam›14mg / 1 sheet
Manufacturer / importer
SK Chemicals Co., Ltd.
Appearance
This medication is a transdermal patch coated with a pale yellow adhesive substance on a light yellow-pink lint. The adhesive surface is covered with a release liner.
Packaging
10 pieces/pack [10.0x7.0cm2]
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 202008405 · Notified 2020.12.01

Summary

Main use
Relief of joint and tendon inflammation, muscle and osteoarticular pain, and pain after trauma or fracture healing
Who uses it
Adults
Adult dosage
Apply 1 patch to the affected area (diseased area) once daily.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
SK Chemicals Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Relief of joint and tendon inflammation, muscle and osteoarticular pain, and pain after trauma or fracture healing

  • Degenerative arthritis
  • tendinitis
  • muscle pain
  • osteoarthritis pain
  • post-traumatic pain
  • pain following fracture healing.
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This medication is used for degenerative arthritis and osteoarthritis, tendinitis or tenosynovitis, muscle pain, and pain after fracture healing. It helps alleviate pain and inflammation caused by these conditions, making patients' daily lives more comfortable. In particular, it is effective in reducing inflammation in joints and surrounding tissues and alleviating pain, thus improving symptoms. Therefore, this medication is widely used for the treatment of joint and muscle-related pain.

Dosage and Administration

Adult dosage

Apply 1 patch to the affected area (diseased area) once daily.

Precautions

This medication should not be used by individuals who have previously experienced specific allergic reactions. Particularly, those who have had asthma attacks or skin reactions due to aspirin or other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs may be at risk if they take this medication. Pregnant women in the third trimester (more than 6 months) should not use this medication, as it may delay delivery or cause serious side effects to the fetus and newborn. Additionally, it is advisable that children under 14 years do not take this medication. Before using this medication, patients with bronchial asthma, those with a history of allergies, anticoagulant users, individuals with gastrointestinal diseases or problems with liver and kidney function, pregnant or nursing women, and the elderly should definitely consult with a doctor or pharmacist. If sudden allergic reaction symptoms such as shock occur while using this medication, it should be stopped immediately and medical help should be sought. If severe symptoms such as itching, rash, or inflammation appear on the skin, stop using the drug and consult a specialist. Caution is needed as nausea, gastrointestinal discomfort, breathing difficulties, and kidney problems can occur with long-term or excessive use. Additionally, if symptoms do not improve after one week of use, stop taking the medication and consult with a doctor or pharmacist. This medication helps relieve inflammation and pain but is not a treatment for the underlying cause, so it is important to consider other treatment methods in addition to symptom relief. If accompanied by a skin infection, it should be used with appropriate antibiotics, and the condition of the patient should be carefully monitored. When used for chronic diseases, it is also important to consider other treatment methods and monitor for adverse reactions. This medication should not be applied to wounds or infected skin, around the eyes, or mucous membranes, and it should not be sealed with adhesive bandages. Care should be taken as temporary irritation may occur when used on broken skin. This medication should be stored in a safe place out of reach of children.

Side effects

  • Shock
  • localized itching
  • redness
  • rash
  • scaling
  • eczema
  • skin inflammation
  • contact dermatitis
  • erythema
  • photosensitivity
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  • nausea
  • gastrointestinal discomfort
  • dyspnea
  • renal failure
  • acute interstitial nephritis

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

Interactions

Drug interactions

This medication should be used in conjunction with anticoagulants only after consulting with a doctor or pharmacist.

Storage

This medication is sensitive to light and should be stored in a container that prevents light exposure. Additionally, to maintain the effectiveness of the drug, it is important to store it at room temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

This medication is a transdermal patch coated with a pale yellow adhesive substance on a light yellow-pink lint. The adhesive surface is covered with a release liner.

Package unit

10 pieces/pack [10.0x7.0cm2]

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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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