Planax Tablet (Naproxen Sodium)

Adult dose

1. Rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, ankylosing spondylitis: Administer 275 to 550 mg of Naproxen Sodium orally twice a day (every 12 hours). 2. Acute gout: Administer an initial dose of 825 mg orally, and then 275 mg every 8 hours until the attack subsides. 3. Skeletal muscle disorders, post-surgical pain, pain after tooth extraction, dysmenorrhea, tendinitis, bursitis: Administer an initial dose of 550 mg orally.

This medication should be consulted with a doctor or pharmacist before taking if the patient regularly drinks more than three drinks a day, as gastric bleeding may occur with alcohol consumption. This medication may increase the risk of cardiovascular diseases, so individuals with a history or risk factors for heart disease or stroke should exercise caution. During treatment, cardiovascular symptoms should be closely monitored, and if abnormalities arise, a doctor should be consulted immediately. Due to the risk of ulcers or bleeding in the gastrointestinal tract, individuals with a history of gastrointestinal diseases or the elderly should use this medication with caution. The longer the treatment duration, the greater the potential for gastrointestinal issues, necessitating careful monitoring. Patients with peptic ulcers, severe blood disorders, liver dysfunction, heart failure, kidney dysfunction, hypertension, or hypersensitivity to drug components should not take this medication. Particularly, patients who have had allergic reactions to aspirin or other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) should avoid it. While taking this medication, various adverse reactions such as hypersensitivity, gastrointestinal bleeding, blood disorders, liver or kidney dysfunction may occur; if such symptoms appear, the medication should be stopped immediately, and a doctor must be consulted. Taking this medication along with other NSAIDs increases the risk of side effects, so concurrent use should be avoided. Additionally, because this medication can interact with various drugs, it is important to inform doctors of other medications being taken. During pregnancy, especially in the third trimester, it should be avoided as it may harm the fetus, and it is also advisable for nursing mothers to avoid this medication. The safety of this medication has not been established for children, particularly infants under 2 years old, so it's preferable not to administer it to them; the elderly are at a higher risk of side effects such as gastrointestinal bleeding and should use the minimum dosage cautiously. Regular blood tests and liver function tests should be conducted while taking this medication, and if any abnormalities are found, consult a doctor immediately. Overdose may cause drowsiness, dyspepsia, vomiting, etc.; if such symptoms occur, it is essential to seek medical attention immediately. Lastly, this medication should be stored out of reach of children and not transferred to other containers for safety.

Serious side effects

• Urticaria, severe swelling (edema), cold sweat → severe allergic reaction
• Vomiting blood, gastrointestinal bleeding, peptic ulcer, perforation → serious gastrointestinal adverse reaction
• Shortness of breath, wheezing, difficulty breathing → respiratory issues
• Yellowing of skin or eyes (jaundice), hepatitis, jaundice → liver abnormalities (jaundice)
• Severe headache, aseptic meningitis, altered consciousness → serious neurological symptoms
• Decreased urine output, severe swelling, increased blood pressure accompanied by edema → severe edema

Mild side effects

• Occasionally
• it may cause discomfort in the stomach
• stomach pain
• abdominal pain
• nausea
• vomiting
• loss of appetite
• dyspepsia
• heartburn
• diarrhea

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to protect it from air and moisture, with a storage temperature maintained between 1°C and 30°C. Therefore, when using the medication, it is advisable to avoid direct sunlight and not to place it in excessively hot or cold environments.

Appearance

Pale blue oval film-coated tablets

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 500 tablets/bottle