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Phenaxone Tablet

Phenaxone Tablet

Prescription medicationTablet경구
Ingredient · strength
Eperisone Hydrochloride›75mg / 1 tabletAceclofenac›100mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
환인제약(주)
Appearance
White or almost white round sustained-release film-coated tablets
Packaging
Bottle package - 30 tablets/bottle, Bottle package - 100 tablets/bottle
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 202203633 · Approved 2022.09.22 · Insurance code 657203940

Summary

Main use
Relief of musculoskeletal muscle spasms and acute low back pain
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
Take 1 tablet orally after meals, twice a day. This medication should be taken whole, without crushing, splitting, or chewing. To minimize side effects, it should be used for the shortest possible duration.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
환인제약(주)

Efficacy & effects

Relief of musculoskeletal muscle spasms and acute low back pain

  • Symptoms of musculoskeletal muscle spasms
  • acute low back pain
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This medication is used to relieve the pain of patients with acute low back pain associated with musculoskeletal muscle spasms. It helps reduce the patient's pain and discomfort, enabling a more comfortable daily life. It effectively alleviates muscle tension and improves symptoms.

How to take

Adult dose

Take 1 tablet orally after meals, twice a day. This medication should be taken whole, without crushing, splitting, or chewing. To minimize side effects, it should be used for the shortest possible duration.

Precautions

This medication should be used with caution by individuals who regularly consume more than three alcoholic beverages daily, and must consult a doctor or pharmacist before use. This medication may cause gastrointestinal bleeding, so caution is necessary. This medication may increase the risk to the heart or cerebrovascular system. Particularly those with risk factors such as heart failure, hypertension, diabetes, or smoking should use it cautiously. The longer the dosage and duration, the greater the cardiovascular risk, so it is advisable to use the minimum dosage for the shortest duration possible. During use, cardiovascular symptoms should be monitored closely and if symptoms occur, medical consultation should be sought immediately. This medication may cause serious adverse reactions such as gastrointestinal bleeding, ulcers, or perforation. Particularly, older adults or those with a history of gastrointestinal disorders should be especially cautious and seek immediate evaluation and treatment if gastrointestinal symptoms occur. Individuals with active peptic ulcers or bleeding, those allergic to this medication or similar medications, and those with hypersensitivity reactions to aspirin or other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs should not take this medication. Those with renal or liver function issues, heart failure, hypertension, or a history of asthma should also consult a medical professional before taking this medication. This medication may cause various side effects such as dizziness, drowsiness, dyspepsia, skin rash, etc., and if any unusual symptoms occur, medical personnel should be notified immediately. During pregnancy, especially in the last three months, this medication should not be taken, and women who are planning to become pregnant or are in the early or mid stages of pregnancy should use it cautiously. This medication may interact with other drugs, so if you are currently taking other medications, please inform your doctor or pharmacist and seek advice. While using this medication, it is advisable to avoid driving or operating dangerous machinery, and to strictly follow the dosage and duration. Safety and efficacy have not been established for use in children or adolescents, so it is advisable not to use this medication in these populations. Older adults face a higher risk of side effects such as gastrointestinal bleeding when taking this medication, so extra caution is required. In cases of overdose, gastrointestinal irritation, hypotension, respiratory depression, and seizures may occur, so you should visit a medical facility immediately.

Side effects and when to seek care immediately

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe allergic reactions, severe rash with high fever, blisters, skin sloughing, painful mucous membranes in the mouth/eyes, severe skin reactions, difficulty breathing or shortness of breath, asthma attacks, respiratory issues accompanied by cough and fever, respiratory problems, yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), extreme lethargy, liver abnormalities (jaundice), sudden onset

Mild side effects

  • Dizziness
  • itching
  • rash
  • skin reactions
  • anemia
  • hyperkalemia
  • depression
  • strange dreams
  • insomnia
  • visual disturbances
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  • optic neuritis
  • sensory abnormalities
  • tremors
  • drowsiness
  • headache
  • taste disturbances
  • neck stiffness
  • fever
  • spatial disorientation
  • confusion
  • hallucinations
  • tinnitus
  • weakness
  • palpitations
  • facial flushing
  • elevated blood urea or creatinine levels
  • weight gain
  • increased nocturia
  • aseptic meningitis
  • angioedema
  • peripheral edema
  • eye edema
  • nausea
  • vomiting

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

Storage

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent exposure to air or moisture, and it is best kept at room temperature between 1°C and 30°C. This will help maintain the effectiveness of the medication for a longer time.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

White or almost white round sustained-release film-coated tablets

Package unit

Bottle package - 30 tablets/bottle, Bottle package - 100 tablets/bottle

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