Irfen Dolo L Lactab 200 mg 20 pcs

What is Irfen Dolo L 200 mg and when is it used?

The Lactab Irfen Dolo L 200 mg contains the active ingredient ibuprofen as ibuprofen lysinate. It has pain-relieving, fever-reducing and anti-inflammatory properties. Ibuprofen lysinate has the same properties as ibuprofen, but differs in its higher water solubility.Irfen Dolo L 200 mg is suitable for short-term treatment, i.e. for a maximum of 3 days treatment of:

• Pain in the area of ??joints and ligaments,Back pain,Headache,Toothache,Pain during the menstrual period,Pain after injury,Fever with a flu.

When should Irfen Dolo L 200 mg not be used?

• If you are allergic to any of the ingredients or after taking acetylsalicylic acid or other painkillers or rheumatism drugs, so-called non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, had shortness of breath or allergy-like skin reactions;if you are pregnant or breastfeeding (see also chapter "Can Ifen Dolo L 200 mg be taken during pregnancy or while breastfeeding?");if you have active stomach and/or duodenal ulcers or gastrointestinal bleeding;if you have chronic intestinal inflammation (Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis);if you have severe impairment of the liver or kidneys function;for severe heart failure;for the treatment of pain after coronary bypass surgery on the heart (or Use of a heart-lung machine);in the case of a varicella infection (chickenpox infection);in children under the age of 12. Irfen Dolo L 200 mg has not been tested for use in children under the age of 12.

When is caution required when taking Irfen Dolo L 200 mg?

During treatment with Irfen Dolo L 200 mg, mucosal ulcers in the upper gastrointestinal tract, rarely bleeding or, in isolated cases, perforations (stomach or intestinal perforations) may occur. These complications can occur at any time during treatment, even without warning symptoms. To reduce this risk, your doctor will prescribe the smallest effective dose for the shortest possible duration of therapy. Contact your doctor if you have stomach pain and suspect it is related to taking the medicine or if you have an infection - see below under "Infections".Certain painkillers called COX-2 inhibitors have been shown to be associated with an increased risk of heart attack and stroke with long-term treatment. This risk can also be slightly increased with Irfen Dolo L 200 mg at a high dose (2400 mg/day). However, at the usual dosage (maximum 1200 mg/day), no increase in this risk was found. If you have already had a heart attack, stroke or venous thrombosis, the use of Irfen Dolo L 200 mg in high doses is no longer recommended. Do not exceed the recommended dose or duration of treatment and in any case tell your doctor if you have already had a heart attack, stroke or venous thrombosis, or if you have risk factors (such as high blood pressure, diabetes (diabetes), high blood fat levels, smoking). Your doctor will decide whether you can still use Irfen Dolo L 200 mg and which dose is right for you.Taking Irfen Dolo L 200 mg can impair the function of your kidneys, which can lead to an increase in blood pressure and/or fluid retention (oedema). Tell your doctor if you have heart or kidney disease, if you are taking medicines gare taking high blood pressure (e.g. diuretics, ACE inhibitors) or increased fluid loss, e.g. due to heavy sweating; This medicine can impair the ability to react, the ability to drive and the ability to use tools or machines! This applies in particular when taken with alcohol.Caution is indicated in patients with a history of stomach or duodenal ulcers, impaired liver, kidney or heart function, blood clotting disorders, and in patients who suffer or have suffered from asthma, chronic inflammation of the nasal mucosa (chronic cold), allergic diseases or certain rheumatic diseases (lupus erythematosus or collagenosis). Serious skin reactions have been reported in connection with treatment with Irfen Dolo L 200 mg. If you develop a skin rash, lesions on the mucous membranes, blisters or other signs of allergy, you should stop treatment with Irfen Dolo L 200 mg and seek medical attention immediately, as these can be the first signs of a very serious skin reaction. The risk of such reactions appears to be highest at the start of therapy, since the majority of these reactions occurred within the first month of treatment. At the first sign of skin rashes, mucosal lesions or other signs of a hypersensitivity reaction, Irfen Dolo L 200 mg should be discontinued and your doctor consulted immediately.Irfen Dolo L 200 mg should not be used if you have chickenpox.

Infections

Irfen Dolo L 200 mg can mask signs of infections such as fever and pain. It is therefore possible that Irfen Dolo L 200 mg may delay adequate treatment of the infection, which may lead to an increased risk of complications. This has been seen in bacterial pneumonia and bacterial skin infections associated with chickenpox. If you are taking this medicine during an infection and your infection symptoms persist or worsen, consult a doctor immediately.Tell your doctor or nurse if you have recently received treatment for an abortion.Tell your doctor or nurse if you are being treated with medicines such as blood thinners (e.g. low dose acetylsalicylic acid), diuretics (water pills), ACE Inhibitors or beta-blockers (preparations for high blood pressure and heart failure), antibiotics, certain antifungal medicines (e.g. voriconazole or fluconazole), immunosuppressants (preparations for preventing transplant rejection), Ginkgo biloba plant extract, medicines for high blood sugar, AIDS, epilepsy and depression. Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs such as ibuprofen and the medicines listed above can interact. In particular, it may be that the cardioprotective effect of low-dose acetylsalicylic acid is reduced during long-term treatment with Irfen Dolo L 200 mg.

Acetylsalicylic acid or other painkillers should not be taken at the same time as ibuprofen, as the risk of side effects can be increased.

Concomitant consumption of alcohol can cause side effects, particularly those affecting the gastrointestinal tract or the central nervous system.

With prolonged use Painkillers can cause headaches. Do not treat them with an increased dose of the drug, but inform your doctor or pharmacist.

Elderly patients

Elderly patients are more likely to experience side effects after using non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, in particular bleeding and perforations in the stomach and intestines. Therefore, elderly patients are particularly concernedclose medical supervision required.Inform your doctor, pharmacist or druggist if you

• suffer from other diseases,have allergies orother medicines (including those you bought yourself!) are taking or using externally.

This medicine contains less than 1 mmol sodium (23 mg) per lact i.e. it is almost «sodium-free».

Can Irfen Dolo L 200 mg be used during pregnancy or breastfeeding?Pregnancy

If you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy, you should only take Irfen Dolo L 200 mg after consulting your doctor. Irfen Dolo L 200 mg must not be taken in the last third of pregnancy.

Breastfeeding

Irfen Dolo L 200 mg should not be taken while breastfeeding unless your doctor has expressly permitted it.

How do you use Irfen Dolo L 200 mg?

Irfen Dolo L 200 mg Lactab should be taken with or after meals be taken. The Lactab should be taken with a glass of water or other liquid. Lactab is to be swallowed whole and should not be chewed, broken, crushed or sucked to avoid mouth discomfort and throat irritation.The lowest effective dose should be used for the shortest time necessary to relieve symptoms. If you have an infection, consult a doctor immediately if the symptoms (e.g. fever and pain) persist or worsen (see «When should you be careful when taking Irfen Dolo L 200 mg?»).Adults and children over 12 years of age: take 1-2 Lactabs with plenty of liquid. An interval of 4 to 6 hours should be observed before the next intake.

In the case of pain during the menstrual period, it is recommended to start the treatment with 2 Lactab Irfen Dolo L 200 mg at the first sign of the symptoms.

Maximum daily dose: do not take more than 6 Lactab within 24 hours, unless prescribed by a doctor.

Do not use Irfen Dolo L 200 mg for longer than 3 days and only to treat the symptoms listed above.If the symptoms increase despite taking Irfen Dolo L 200 mg or if the painful area becomes red or swollen, consult your doctor. A serious illness can be the cause.

Even if the symptoms do not improve within 3 days at the latest, you should consult your doctor so that the reason can be clarified.

Children under the age of 12: Irfen Dolo L 200 mg must not be used in children under the age of 12. The use and safety of Irfen Dolo L 200 mg in children under the age of 12 has not yet been tested.

Stick to the dose given in the package leaflet or prescribed by your doctor.If you have taken more Irfen Dolo L 200 mg than you should, or if children have accidentally taken the medicine, always contact a doctor to assess the risk s and advice on further treatment.Symptoms may include nausea, stomach pain, vomiting (possibly with blood), headache, ringing in the ears, confusion and eye tremors. At high doses, drowsiness, chest pain, palpitations, fainting, convulsions (especially in children), weakness and dizziness, blood in the urine, feeling cold and breathing problems have been reported.If you forget to take a dose, do not take more than the usual recommended amount for the next dose.If you think the medicine is too weak or too strong, say mConsult your doctor, pharmacist or druggist.

What side effects can Irfen Dolo L 200 mg have?

The following side effects can occur when taking Irfen Dolo L 200 mg.They are listed according to their frequency:

Common (affects 1 to 10 in 100 users)

• Stomach and intestine problems such as indigestion, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, constipation, pain in the upper abdomen, flatulence, tarry stools, vomiting blood, gastrointestinal bleeding.Central nervous side effects such as impaired reaction capacity (especially in combination with alcohol), headache and dizziness.Acute skin rash.

Uncommon ( affects 1 to 10 users in 1000)

• Inflammation of the nasal mucosa.Hypersensitivity reactions.Insomnia, feeling anxious.Visual disturbances (the visual disturbances are usually reversible if treatment is stopped).Ringing in the ears, hearing loss, dizziness.Asthma, cramps in the Muscles of the airways and shortness of breath. Patients with heart failure are at risk of acute pulmonary edema (water lung).Fatigue.

Rare (affects 1 to 10 users in 10,000)

• Aseptic meningitis.Angina, high fever, swelling of the lymph nodes in the neck area. li>Allergic reactions, symptoms of lupus erythematosus (butterfly plexus), anemia.Depression, confusional states."Tingling" of the skin, drowsiness.Irreversible visual disturbances or poor eyesight.Inflammation of the gastric mucosa, stomach and intestinal ulcers, ulcers of the oral mucosa, stomach and intestinal perforations. li>Hepatitis, jaundice, liver dysfunction.Hives, itching, bleeding into the skin, swelling of the skin and mucous membranes, sensitivity to light.Various kidney diseases such as kidney dysfunction with accumulation of fluid in the tissue and even kidney failure.General swelling.

Very rare (affects less than 1 in 10,000 users)

• Psychotic conditions.Heart failure, myocardial infarction.High blood pressure.Inflammation of the pancreas.Liver failure.Severe allergic skin reactions with formation of blisters and/or extensive detachment of the skin.

Frequency not known (cannot be estimated from the available data)4>A severe skin reaction known as DRESS syndrome can occur. Symptoms of DRESS include rash, fever, swollen lymph nodes, and an increase in eosinophils (a type of white blood cell).Worsening of colitis or Crohn's diseaseAt the start of treatment, a red, scaly, widespread rash with bumps under the skin and blisters accompanied by fever, primarily on the skin folds, trunk, and upper extremities (acute generalized pustular ex anthem). Stop using Irfen Dolo L 200 mg if you develop these symptoms and seek medical attention immediately.

If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or druggist. This also applies in particular to side effects that are not listed in this leaflet.

What else needs to be considered?

The medicine may only be used up to the date marked «EXP» on the container.

Storage instructions

Store in the original packaging and at room temperature (15-25°C).

Keep out of the reach of children.

Further information

Your doctor, pharmacist (or druggist) or your Doctor, pharmacist (or druggist). These people have the detailed technical information.

What does Irfen Dolo L 200 mg contain?Active substances

1 Lactab Irfen Dolo L 200 mg contains 200 mg ibuprofen as ibuprofen lysinate.

Excipients

Microcrystalline cellulose, croscarmellose sodium, talc, colloidal silicon dioxide, magnesium stearate, hypromellose, macrogol 6000, glycerol 85% (E422).

Authorization number

61210 (Swissmedic).

Where can you get Irfen Dolo L 200 mg? Which packs are available?

In pharmacies and drugstores, without a doctor's prescription.

Irfen Dolo L 200 mg: pack of 20 Lactabs.

Authorization holder

Mepha Pharma AG, Basel.

This package leaflet was last checked by the drug authority (Swissmedic) in December 2020.

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