DEXKETOPROFEN QUALIGEN 25 mg FILM-COATED TABLETS

2. What you need to know before taking Dexketoprofen Qualigen

Do not take Dexketoprofeno Qualigen

• If you are allergic to dexketoprofen trometamol or any of the other components of this medication (listed in section 6);
• If you are allergic to acetylsalicylic acid or another non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medication;
• If you have asthma or have suffered from asthma attacks, acute allergic rhinitis (a short period of inflammation of the nasal mucosa), nasal polyps (fleshy growths inside the nose due to allergy), hives (skin rash), angioedema (swelling of the face, eyes, lips, or tongue, or difficulty breathing) or wheezing in the chest after taking acetylsalicylic acid (aspirin) or other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medications;
• If you have or have had in the past a peptic ulcer, stomach or intestinal bleeding, or chronic digestive problems (such as indigestion, heartburn);
• If you have suffered in the past from stomach or intestinal bleeding or perforation due to the use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medications (NSAIDs) for pain;
• If you have chronic inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis);
• If you have severe heart failure, moderate to severe kidney failure, or severe liver failure;
• If you have bleeding disorders or blood coagulation disorders;
• If you are pregnant or breastfeeding;
• If you are under 18 years old.

Warnings and Precautions

Consult your doctor or pharmacist before starting to take Dexketoprofeno Qualigen:

• If you are allergic or have had allergy problems in the past;
• If you have kidney, liver, or heart disease (hypertension and/or heart failure), or fluid retention or have suffered from these diseases in the past;
• If you are taking diuretics or have insufficient hydration and reduced blood volume due to excessive fluid loss (e.g., due to excessive urination, diarrhea, or vomiting);
• If you have heart problems, a history of stroke, or think you may be at risk of suffering from these disorders (e.g., you have high blood pressure, suffer from diabetes, have high cholesterol, or are a smoker) you should consult your doctor or pharmacist about this treatment. Medications like Dexketoprofeno Qualigen may be associated with a small increased risk of suffering from heart attacks ("myocardial infarction") or stroke. This risk is more likely to occur when high doses are used and treatment is prolonged. Do not exceed the recommended dose or duration of treatment;
• If you are an elderly patient, you may experience a higher incidence of side effects (see section 4). If these occur, consult your doctor immediately;
• If you are a woman with fertility problems (Dexketoprofeno Qualigen may decrease your fertility, so you should not take it if you are planning to become pregnant or are undergoing fertility studies);
• If you suffer from a blood disorder or blood cell production disorder;
• If you have systemic lupus erythematosus or mixed connective tissue disease (diseases of the immune system that affect connective tissue);
• If you suffer or have suffered in the past from chronic inflammatory bowel disease (ulcerative colitis, Crohn's disease);
• If you suffer or have suffered in the past from stomach or intestinal disorders;
• If you are taking other medications that increase the risk of peptic ulcer or bleeding, such as oral corticosteroids, some antidepressants (of the SSRI type, Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors), agents that prevent blood clot formation such as acetylsalicylic acid (aspirin) or anticoagulants like warfarin. In these cases, consult your doctor before taking Dexketoprofeno Qualigen; your doctor may prescribe an additional medication to protect your stomach (e.g., misoprostol or other medications that block gastric acid production).

Children and Adolescents

Do not take Dexketoprofeno Qualigen if you are under 18 years old.

Taking Dexketoprofeno Qualigen with Other Medications

Tell your doctor or pharmacist that you are taking, have recently taken, or may need to take any other medication. There are some medications that should not be taken together, and other medications that may need a dose change if taken together.

Always inform your doctor, dentist, or pharmacist if, in addition to Dexketoprofeno Qualigen, you are taking any of the following medications:

Not Recommended Combinations:

• Acetylsalicylic acid (aspirin), corticosteroids, and other anti-inflammatory medications;
• Warfarin, heparin, and other medications used to prevent blood clot formation;
• Lithium, used to treat mood disorders;
• Methotrexate, used for rheumatoid arthritis and cancer;
• Hydantoins and phenytoin, used for epilepsy;
• Sulfamethoxazole, used for bacterial infections.

Combinations that Require Precaution:

• ACE inhibitors, diuretics, beta-blockers, and angiotensin II antagonists, used for high blood pressure control and heart disorders;
• Pentoxifylline and oxpentifylline, used to treat chronic venous ulcers;
• Zidovudine, used to treat viral infections;
• Aminoglycoside antibiotics, used for bacterial infections;
• Chlorpropamide and glibenclamide, used for diabetes.

Combinations to be Considered:

• Quinolones (e.g., ciprofloxacin, levofloxacin) used for bacterial infections;
• Cyclosporin or tacrolimus, used to treat immune system diseases and organ transplants;
• Streptokinase and other thrombolytic and fibrinolytic medications; i.e., medications used to dissolve blood clots;
• Probenecid, used for gout;
• Digoxin, used in the treatment of chronic heart failure;
• Mifepristone, used as an abortifacient (for pregnancy termination);
• Antidepressants of the SSRI type (Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors);
• Antiplatelet agents used to reduce platelet aggregation and blood clot formation.

If you have any doubts about taking other medications with Dexketoprofeno Qualigen, consult your doctor or pharmacist.

Taking Dexketoprofeno Qualigen with Food and Drinks

Take the tablets with a sufficient amount of water. Take the tablets with food, as this helps reduce the risk of experiencing side effects in the stomach or intestine. However, in case of acute pain, take the tablets on an empty stomach; i.e., at least 30 minutes before meals, as this allows the medication to act a little faster.

Pregnancy, Breastfeeding, and Fertility

If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant, or plan to become pregnant, consult your doctor or pharmacist before using this medication.

Do not take Dexketoprofeno Qualigen during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Consult your doctor or pharmacist before using any medication.

• Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant, as Dexketoprofeno Qualigen may not be suitable for you.
• Do not take Dexketoprofeno Qualigen if you are breastfeeding. Ask your doctor for advice.
• Do not take Dexketoprofeno Qualigen if you are in the last 3 months of pregnancy, as it may harm the fetus or cause problems during delivery. It may cause kidney and heart problems in your fetus. It may affect your and your baby's tendency to bleed and delay or prolong delivery more than expected. You should not take Dexketoprofeno Qualigen during the first 6 months of pregnancy unless it is clearly necessary and as directed by your doctor. If you need treatment during this period or while trying to become pregnant, you should take the minimum dose for the shortest possible time. From the 20th week of pregnancy, Dexketoprofeno Qualigen may cause kidney problems in your fetus if taken for more than a few days, which can lead to low levels of amniotic fluid surrounding the baby (oligohydramnios) or narrowing of a blood vessel (ductus arteriosus) in the baby's heart. If you need treatment for more than a few days, your doctor may recommend additional checks.

Driving and Using Machines

Dexketoprofeno Qualigen may slightly affect your ability to drive and use machines, as it may cause drowsiness or dizziness as side effects of treatment. If you notice these effects, do not use machines or drive until they disappear. Ask your doctor for advice.

Dexketoprofeno Qualigen Contains Sodium

This medication contains less than 23 mg of sodium (1 mmol) per tablet, which is essentially "sodium-free".

3. How to Take Dexketoprofeno Qualigen

Follow the administration instructions for this medication exactly as indicated by your doctor. If in doubt, consult your doctor or pharmacist again.

The dose of Dexketoprofeno Qualigen you need may vary, depending on the type, intensity, and duration of the pain. Your doctor will indicate how many tablets you should take per day and for how long.

Generally, it is recommended to take 1 tablet (25 mg of dexketoprofen) every 8 hours, not exceeding 3 tablets per day (75 mg).

If you are an elderly patient or suffer from kidney or liver disease, it is recommended to start therapy with a maximum of 2 tablets per day (50 mg).

In elderly patients, this initial dose may be increased later according to the general recommended dose (75 mg of dexketoprofen) if Dexketoprofeno Qualigen has been well tolerated.

If your pain is intense and you need quick relief, take the tablets on an empty stomach (at least 30 minutes before meals) as they will be absorbed more easily (see section 2 "Taking Dexketoprofeno Qualigen with Food and Drinks").

If You Take More Dexketoprofeno Qualigen Than You Should

If you have taken too much medication, inform your doctor or pharmacist immediately or go to the emergency department of your nearest hospital. Please remember to always carry the medication package or this package leaflet with you. In case of overdose or accidental ingestion, consult the Toxicology Information Service. Phone: 915620420, indicating the medication and the amount ingested.

If You Forget to Take Dexketoprofeno Qualigen

Do not take a double dose to make up for forgotten doses. Take the next dose when scheduled (according to section 3 "How to Take Dexketoprofeno Qualigen").

If you have any other doubts about the use of this medication, ask your doctor or pharmacist.

4. Possible Side Effects

Like all medications, Dexketoprofeno Qualigen can cause side effects, although not everyone will experience them.

Possible side effects are listed below according to their frequency. The following table indicates how many patients may experience these side effects:

Common Side Effects

Nausea and/or vomiting, stomach pain, diarrhea, digestive disorders (dyspepsia).

Uncommon Side Effects

Dizziness (vertigo), dizziness, drowsiness, sleep disorders, nervousness, headache, palpitations, hot flashes, stomach problems, constipation, dry mouth, flatulence, skin rash, fatigue, pain, feverish feeling, and chills, general malaise.

Rare Side Effects

Peptic ulcer, perforation of peptic ulcer or bleeding (which may manifest with vomiting blood or black stools), fainting, high blood pressure, slow breathing, fluid retention, and peripheral edema (e.g., swelling of ankles), laryngeal edema, loss of appetite (anorexia), abnormal sensation, pruritic rash, acne, increased sweating, lower back pain, frequent urination, menstrual disorders, prostate disorders, abnormal liver function tests (blood tests), liver inflammation (hepatitis), acute kidney failure.

Very Rare Side Effects

Anaphylactic reaction (hypersensitivity reaction that can also lead to collapse), skin, mouth, eye, or genital ulcers (Stevens-Johnson syndrome and Lyell syndrome), facial swelling or swelling of the lips and throat (angioedema), difficulty breathing due to narrowing of the airways (bronchospasm), shortness of breath, tachycardia, low blood pressure, pancreatitis, blurred vision, tinnitus (ringing in the ears), sensitive skin, sensitivity to light, itching, kidney problems. Decreased white blood cell count (neutropenia), decreased platelet count (thrombocytopenia).

Tell your doctor immediately if you notice any gastrointestinal side effects at the start of treatment (e.g., stomach pain or burning, or bleeding), especially if you have previously experienced these side effects due to prolonged treatment with anti-inflammatory medications, and especially if you are an elderly patient.

Stop taking Dexketoprofeno Qualigen immediately if you notice the appearance of a skin rash or any lesion inside the mouth or genitals, or any other sign of allergy.

During treatment with non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medications, cases of fluid retention and swelling (especially in ankles and legs), increased blood pressure, and heart failure have been reported.

Medications like Dexketoprofeno Qualigen may be associated with a small increased risk of suffering from heart attacks ("myocardial infarction") or stroke.

In patients with immune system disorders that affect connective tissue (systemic lupus erythematosus or mixed connective tissue disease), anti-inflammatory medications can rarely cause fever, headache, and neck stiffness.

Reporting Side Effects

If you experience any type of side effect, consult your doctor or pharmacist, even if it is not listed in this package leaflet. You can also report them directly through the Spanish Pharmacovigilance System for Human Use Medications, website: www.notificaRAM.es. By reporting side effects, you can contribute to providing more information on the safety of this medication.

5. Storage of Dexketoprofeno Qualigen

Keep this medication out of the sight and reach of children.

Do not use this medication after the expiration date shown on the packaging and blister pack, after "EXP". The expiration date is the last day of the month indicated.

Do not store above 30°C.

Medications should not be disposed of through wastewater or household waste. Deposit the packaging and medications you no longer need at the SIGRE collection point in your pharmacy. If in doubt, ask your pharmacist how to dispose of the packaging and medications you no longer need. This will help protect the environment.

6. Packaging Content and Additional Information

Composition of Dexketoprofeno Qualigen

• The active ingredient is dexketoprofen trometamine (36.90 mg) corresponding to 25 mg of dexketoprofen.
• The other components are: microcrystalline cellulose (E 460i), pregelatinized corn starch, sodium potato carboxymethyl starch, magnesium stearate (E 470b), hypromellose (E 464), polydextrose, titanium dioxide (E171), and macrogol 4000.

Appearance of the Product and Packaging Content

Dexketoprofeno Qualigen 25 mg is presented in the form of film-coated tablets. The tablets are round, scored, and white in color. They are available in packages containing 20, 50 tablets, and a clinical package of 500 tablets.

Only some package sizes may be marketed.

Marketing Authorization Holder

Neuraxpharm Spain, S.L.U.

Avda. Barcelona, 69

08970 Sant Joan Despí

Barcelona – Spain

Manufacturer

Neuraxpharm Pharmaceuticals, S.L.

Avda. Barcelona, 69

08970 Sant Joan Despí (Barcelona), Spain

Date of the Last Revision of this Leaflet: January 2023

Detailed and updated information on this medication is available on the website of the Spanish Agency for Medicines and Health Products (AEMPS), http://www.aemps.gob.es/