Dexpen Soft Capsules (Dexibuprofen)

Adult dose

As dexibuprofen, it is administered orally at a dose of 300 mg for each dose, 2 to 4 times a day. However, it should not exceed 1,200 mg per day.

This medication may pose a risk of gastrointestinal bleeding if taken by individuals who regularly consume three or more alcoholic drinks daily, so consultation with a doctor or pharmacist is essential. This drug may affect the cardiovascular system, posing a risk of serious vascular issues such as myocardial infarction or stroke. Particular caution is warranted for those with cardiovascular disease or risk factors, and if cardiovascular symptoms appear during treatment, immediate consultation with healthcare professionals is required. This medication may cause serious issues such as ulcers, bleeding, or perforation in the stomach or intestines, so it should be used cautiously in the elderly or those with a history of gastrointestinal disease. Symptoms such as heartburn, abdominal pain, or blood in the stool should prompt immediate consultation with a physician. Individuals with a history of gastrointestinal ulcers or bleeding or those with severe liver, kidney, or heart disease should refrain from taking this medication for safety. Additionally, those allergic to this drug or its components, as well as those with a history of asthma, should avoid its use. Concomitant use with aspirin or other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medications may increase the risk of gastrointestinal bleeding, so it is advisable not to take them together. It should also not be used together with high-dose methotrexate. During treatment, it is recommended to discontinue breastfeeding or stop taking the medication, as it may cause dizziness or fatigue, necessitating caution while driving or operating machinery. Long-term high-dose use may lead to headaches. Individuals with blood disorders, liver disease, kidney disease, hypertension, heart failure, or if they are elderly or children (6 years or older) should consult a physician or pharmacist before use. If shock, severe skin rash, difficulty breathing, liver dysfunction, kidney dysfunction, or neurological symptoms occur during treatment with this drug, it should be stopped immediately and medical advice sought. This drug should be used for the shortest duration and lowest effective dose possible, and regular blood tests and checks of liver and kidney function are necessary during long-term use. Additionally, since this medication may mask symptoms of infections, caution is warranted in case of suspected infections. Particularly after the sixth month of pregnancy, there may be side effects on the fetus, so it is best to avoid use or consult a physician. In case of overdose, regardless of symptoms, prompt medical attention is required, and it should be kept out of reach of children, stored in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, severe rash with high fever, blisters, peeling skin, pain in oral/eye mucosa, shortness of breath or difficulty in breathing, asthma attacks, respiratory distress accompanied by cough and fever, jaundice (skin or eyes turning yellow), extreme lethargy, sudden and very severe headache, thunderclap headache, seizures, confusion, visual disturbances, paralysis, coma

Mild side effects

• Dyspepsia
• abdominal bloating
• heartburn
• epigastric pain
• diarrhea
• constipation
• loss of appetite
• nausea
• vomiting
• abdominal pain

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent exposure to air or moisture. It is important to maintain a storage temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

A blue transparent oval soft capsule containing a colorless to pale blue transparent substance.

Package unit

10 capsules/box [10 capsules/PTP*1]