Medicines/Generics/Loxoprofen (Sodium)

Loxoprofen (Sodium)

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Overview

Loxoprofen (Sodium) is NSAID (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug) and a prodrug of a propionic acid derivative. It has anti-inflammatory and antipyretic properties. Loxoprofen (Sodium) is optically active and marketed as racemic mixture. Loxoprofen (Sodium) is not available in any combination preparations. Loxoprofen (Sodium) is administered orally.

Indications

Loxoprofen (Sodium) is primarily indicated in conditions like Cervical spondylosis, Lumbago, Osteoarthritis, Pain, Periarthritis, Rheumatoid arthritis, Toothache.

Contraindications

Loxoprofen (Sodium) is contraindicated in conditions like Peptic ulcer, Hypersensitivity, Hematological disorders.

Side Effects

The severe or irreversible adverse effects of Loxoprofen (Sodium), which give rise to further complications include Eosinophilia, Hypersensitivity reactions, Anemia, Leukemia. The symptomatic adverse reactions produced by Loxoprofen (Sodium) are more or less tolerable and if they become severe, they can be treated symptomatically, these include Anorexia, Abdominal pain, Rashes, Urticaria, Indigestion, Itching, Stomatitis, Heart burn, Increased intracranial pressure.

Warnings

Loxoprofen may mask the usual sings and symptoms of injection. Therefore this drug should be used with an appropriate antibacterial agent for infections inflammation. Close observation and careful administration is also needed under this condition.

High Risk Groups

Drug should not be given to Paediatrics, Pregnant Mothers, patients suffering from Kidney dysfunction, patients suffering from Liver Malfunction, and Neonates.If prescribing authority justifies the benefits of the drug against the possible damages he/she should reevaluate them and consult the reference material and previous studies.

Adult Dosage

60 to 120 mg (90 (90)) As recommended. PO — As Required

Child Dosage

( ) — Not recommended in this age group

Neonatal Dosage

( ) — Not recommended in this age group

Drug Interactions

No data regarding the interactions of Loxoprofen (Sodium) was found.

Storage

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