MEDOCHEMIE

RAPLON 12.5MG X 20 FILM-COATED TABLETS

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Composition.

The active substance is diclofenac potassium. Each film-coated tablet contains diclofenac potassium 12.5 mg. The other components are: - Core: lactose monohydrate, calcium phosphate, sodium starch glycolate type A, corn starch, povidone k30, microcrystalline cellulose 101, colloidal anhydrous silicon dioxide, magnesium stearate; - Film: Opadry White OY-B-28920 (polyvinyl alcohol, titanium dioxide (E 171), talc, lecithin (soy), Xanthan Gum).

Therapeutic indications.

Raplon is an analgesic that also reduces inflammation (swelling).

Raplon is used in the treatment of rheumatic pain, muscle pain, headaches, dental pain, menstrual pain, acute lower back pain, pain and fever associated with flu and colds, sore throat.

Dosage and administration.

Always take this medicine exactly as described in this leaflet or as your doctor or pharmacist has told you. Check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure. As a general recommendation, it is important to take the lowest dose that relieves pain and not to use diclofenac for longer than necessary.

Adults and adolescents aged 14 years and over

Take an initial dose of 2 tablets when the first symptoms appear. If necessary, continue with one tablet every 4-6 hours. Do not take more than 6 tablets in 24 hours. Swallow the tablet whole with water, preferably before meals. Do not exceed the recommended dose.

Precautions.

Before taking Raplon, talk to your doctor or pharmacist:

- If you have ever had stomach problems or heartburn after taking pain relievers or anti-inflammatory medicines.

- If you suffer from severe skin reactions.

- If you suffer from asthma, hay fever or have had long-term respiratory problems, such as nasal polyps or chronic obstructive airway diseases.

- If you tend to develop allergic skin diseases, itchy skin or hives.

- If you have a history of gastrointestinal diseases, such as ulcerative colitis or Crohn's disease.

Special warnings.

Pregnancy, breastfeeding and fertility

If you are pregnant or breast-feeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine.

Pregnancy

You should not use Raplon during pregnancy unless your doctor recommends it. Do not use this medicine during the last 3 months of pregnancy, as it may affect your baby before birth or cause problems during birth.

Breastfeeding

Do not take Raplon if you are breastfeeding, as it could affect your baby.

Fertility

Like other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, the use of Raplon may affect fertility. You should not take this medicine if you wish to become pregnant or have difficulty becoming pregnant.

Driving and using machines

The use of this medicine does not affect the ability to drive or use machines. However, in rare cases, you may experience visual disturbances, dizziness or drowsiness. If you notice these effects, do not drive or use machines and contact your doctor immediately.

Packaging. Raplon is available in blister packs of 20 tablets.

Page updated on: 09.06.2021