DEXKETOPROFEN ALTER 25 mg FILM-COATED TABLETS

Introduction

Package Leaflet: Information for the Patient

Dexketoprofen Alter 25 mg Film-Coated Tablets EFG

Read all of this leaflet carefully before you start taking this medicine because it contains important information for you.

• Keep this leaflet, you may need to read it again. - If you have any further questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
• This medicine has been prescribed for you only. Do not pass it on to others. It may harm them, even if their signs of illness are the same as yours.
• If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor or pharmacist. This includes any possible side effects not listed in this leaflet. See section 4.

Contents of the Package Leaflet

1. What is Dexketoprofen Alter and what is it used for
2. What you need to know before you take Dexketoprofen Alter
3. How to take Dexketoprofen Alter
4. Possible side effects
5. Storage of Dexketoprofen Alter
6. Contents of the pack and further information

1. What is Dexketoprofen Alter and what is it used for

Dexketoprofen Alter is a pain reliever belonging to the group of medicines called non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). It is used to treat mild or moderate pain, such as muscle or joint pain, menstrual pain (dysmenorrhea), toothache.

2. What you need to know before you take Dexketoprofen Alter

Do not take Dexketoprofeno Alter

• If you are allergic (hypersensitive) to dexketoprofen trometamol or any of the other ingredients of this medicine (listed in section 6);
• If you are allergic to acetylsalicylic acid or another non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug;
• 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 drugs;

-If you have or have had in the past a peptic ulcer, stomach or intestinal bleeding or have chronic digestive problems (such as indigestion, heartburn);

-If you have suffered in the past from stomach or intestinal bleeding or perforation due to the previous use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) used for pain;

• If you have chronic inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn's disease or ulcerative colitis);
• If you have severe heart failure, moderate to severe renal impairment or severe hepatic impairment;
• 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 Alter:

• 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 any of these diseases in the past;
• If you are taking diuretics or have insufficient hydration and reduced blood volume due to excessive fluid loss (for example, due to excessive urination, diarrhea, or vomiting);
• If you have heart problems, a history of strokes, or think you may be at risk of suffering from these disorders (for example, 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. Medicines like dexketoprofen may be associated with a small increased risk of suffering from heart attacks ("myocardial infarction") or strokes ("cerebrovascular accident"). This risk is more likely to occur when high doses and prolonged treatments are used. Do not exceed the recommended dose or duration of treatment;
• If you are elderly, you may suffer from a higher incidence of side effects (see section 4). If these occur, consult your doctor immediately;
• If you are a woman with fertility problems (dexketoprofen may decrease your fertility, so you should not take it if you are planning to become pregnant or if you are undergoing fertility studies);
• If you suffer from a blood disorder and blood cell production;
• 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 medicines that increase the risk of peptic ulcers or bleeding, for example, oral corticosteroids, some antidepressants (of the SSRI type, Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors), agents that prevent clot formation such as acetylsalicylic acid (aspirin) or anticoagulants like warfarin. In these cases, consult your doctor before taking dexketoprofen: it may be that your doctor prescribes an additional medicine to protect your stomach (for example, misoprostol or other medicines that block the production of gastric acid).

Children and Adolescents

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

Taking Dexketoprofeno Alter with other medicines:

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

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

Not recommended combinations:

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

Combinations that require caution:

• ACE inhibitors, diuretics, beta-blockers, and angiotensin II antagonists, used for high blood pressure 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 taken into account:

• 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 medicines; that is, medicines used to dissolve 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 clot formation.

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

Taking Dexketoprofeno Alter with food and drinks

Take the tablets with a sufficient amount of water. Take the tablets with food, as this helps to reduce the risk of suffering from adverse effects in the stomach or intestine. However, in case of acute pain, take the tablets on an empty stomach; that is, at least 30 minutes before meals, as this facilitates the absorption of the medicine (see section 2 "Taking Dexketoprofeno Alter with food and drinks").

Pregnancy, breastfeeding, and fertility

Do not take Dexketoprofeno Alter during pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Do not take Dexketoprofeno Alter 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 Alter during the first 6 months of pregnancy unless it is clearly necessary and as indicated 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 Alter may cause kidney problems in your fetus if taken for more than a few days, which may cause 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.

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

Driving and using machines

Dexketoprofeno Alter may slightly affect your ability to drive or 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 these symptoms disappear. Ask your doctor for advice.

3. How to take Dexketoprofeno Alter

Follow exactly the administration instructions of this medicine indicated by your doctor. In case of doubt, consult your doctor or pharmacist again.

The recommended dose of dexketoprofen that 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 dexketoprofen 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 Alter with food and drinks").

The tablet can be divided into equal doses.

If you take more Dexketoprofeno Alter than you should

If you have taken too much medicine, inform your doctor or pharmacist immediately or go to the emergency department of your nearest hospital. Please remember to always carry the medicine package or this leaflet with you.

In case of overdose or accidental ingestion, consult your doctor or pharmacist immediately or call the Toxicology Information Service, phone: 91562 04 20, indicating the medicine and the amount ingested.

If you forget to take Dexketoprofeno Alter

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

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

4. Possible side effects

Like all medicines, this medicine can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.

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

Frequent 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 the 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 cell damage (hepatitis), acute kidney failure.

Very rare:

Anaphylactic reaction (hypersensitivity reaction that can also lead to collapse), ulcers on the skin, mouth, eyes, and genital areas (Stevens-Johnson syndrome and Lyell syndrome), swelling of the face 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, ringing in the ears (tinnitus), sensitive skin, sensitivity to light, itching, kidney problems. Decreased number of white blood cells (neutropenia), decreased number of platelets (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), if you have previously suffered from any of these side effects due to prolonged treatment with anti-inflammatory drugs, and especially if you are elderly.

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

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

Medicines like Dexketoprofeno Alter may be associated with a small increased risk of suffering from a heart attack ("myocardial infarction") or stroke ("cerebrovascular accident").

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

Reporting of side effects

If you experience any side effects, talk to your doctor or pharmacist, even if it is possible side effects not listed in this leaflet.

You can also report side effects directly through the Spanish Pharmacovigilance System for Human Use Medicines: https://www.notificaram.es. By reporting side effects, you can help provide more information on the safety of this medicine.

5. Storage of Dexketoprofeno Alter

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

Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the packaging and on the blister. The expiry date is the last day of the month stated.

Do not store above 30°C. Store in the original packaging to protect from light.

Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste. Return the packages and medicines you no longer need to the SIGRE Point at the pharmacy. If in doubt, ask your pharmacist how to dispose of packages and medicines you no longer need. This will help protect the environment.

6. Contents of the pack and further information

Composition of Dexketoprofeno Alter

The active substance is dexketoprofen trometamol (36.90 mg) corresponding to Dexketoprofeno (DCI) 25 mg.

The other ingredients are: cornstarch, microcrystalline cellulose, sodium carboxymethylcellulose type A (from potato), glycerol distearate, hypromellose, titanium dioxide (E171), macrogol 400.

Appearance of the product and packaging contents

Film-coated tablets, scored, white, biconvex, and cylindrical marked with DT2 on one side. The tablet can be divided into equal doses.

Dexketoprofeno Alter 25 mg film-coated tablets EFG are presented in packs containing 20, 50, and 500 film-coated tablets. Not all pack sizes may be marketed.

Marketing Authorization Holder

Laboratorios Alter, S.A.

C/ Mateo Inurria 30

28036 Madrid

Spain

Manufacturer

LABORATORIOS CINFA, S.A.

Olaz-Chipi, 10-Pol. Ind.Areta,

31620 Huarte, Navarra,

Spain

Date of the last revision of this leaflet: March 2023.

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