Anofen Tablets

Adult dosage

Take 2 tablets every 6 hours. Do not exceed a maximum of 8 tablets in one day.

This medication should be consulted with a doctor or pharmacist before use by individuals who regularly consume more than three glasses of alcohol per day. This medication contains acetaminophen, and taking it with other acetaminophen products can cause liver damage, so they should not be taken together. This medication is contraindicated for certain patients, such as those allergic to it, those with peptic ulcers, severe blood abnormalities, liver or kidney dysfunction, heart failure, and those with a history of aspirin-induced asthma. Patients with liver or kidney issues, peptic ulcers, blood abnormalities, bleeding tendencies, cardiac dysfunction, hypersensitivity, history of bronchial asthma, and elderly patients should use this medication cautiously. During use, symptoms such as difficulty breathing, rash, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, skin rash, or severe skin reactions may occur, so if any unusual symptoms appear, use should be stopped immediately and medical assistance should be sought. Prolonged use of this medication can affect liver and kidney functions, necessitating regular check-ups, and other treatment methods should be considered. In case of acute pain or fever, medication should be taken according to the severity of symptoms, and it is advisable not to use the same medication for an extended period. After taking the medication, the patient’s condition should be closely monitored for any side effects, especially for children with high fever, elderly individuals, and patients with chronic illnesses. It is recommended to avoid using this medication in conjunction with other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, and extreme caution should be taken when administering to elderly individuals and children, starting at the minimum dosage. Without a doctor’s instructions, adults should not take this medication for more than 10 days for pain, more than 5 days for children, and not more than 3 days for fever. Caution is needed as prolonged use may lead to interstitial nephritis or blood abnormalities, and it should be used carefully with appropriate antibiotics in patients with infections. This medication may interact with certain drugs, so caution is needed when combined with barbiturates, tricyclic antidepressants, alcohol, lithium, and some diuretics. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should use this medication only when the benefits outweigh the risks for the fetus. Elderly patients are at a higher risk of side effects, so they should start with a small amount while monitoring their condition. In cases of overdose, serious liver damage may occur, and appropriate detoxification treatment should be received within 10-12 hours after taking the medication, as it may also affect the kidneys and heart. This medication should be stored out of reach of children, and caution should be exercised as a risk of developing tumors in the kidneys and bladder has been reported with prolonged high-dose use.

Serious side effects

Hives, severe swelling (edema), difficulty breathing, asthma attacks, shock, anaphylactic symptoms, angioedema, generalized rash, mucous membrane syndrome (Stevens-Johnson syndrome), toxic epidermal necrolysis (Lyell syndrome), liver abnormalities (liver damage, liver necrosis), kidney abnormalities, myocardial necrosis

Mild side effects

• Nausea
• vomiting
• loss of appetite
• rash
• facial swelling
• sweating
• low blood pressure
• thrombocytopenia
• granulocytopenia
• hemolytic anemia

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent air or moisture from entering and is best kept at room temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. This helps to maintain the medication’s effectiveness for a longer duration.

Appearance

Pale yellow rectangular tablet

Package unit

10 tablets / PTP