Dexketoprofen Normon 12.5 mg film-coated tablets EFG

Package leaflet: Information for the user

Introduction

Package leaflet: information for the user

Dexketoprofen Normon 12.5 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 as you may need to read it again.
• If you have any questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
• This medicine has been prescribed for you only, and you should not give it to other people, even if they have the same symptoms as you, because it could harm them.
• If you experience any adverse effects, consult your doctor or pharmacist, even if these effects are not listed in this leaflet. See section 4.

Contents of the leaflet

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

1. What Dexketoprofeno Normon is and what it is used for

Dexketoprofeno Normon is an analgesic belonging to a group of medicines known as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). It is used to treat mild to moderate pain, such as muscle or joint pain, menstrual pain (dysmenorrhea), and dental pain.

2. What you need to know before taking Dexketoprofeno Normon

Do not take Dexketoprofeno Normon:

• If you are allergic to dexketoprofen trometamol or to any of the other ingredients of this medicine (listed in section 6);
• If you are allergic to acetylsalicylic acid (aspirin) or to any other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID);
• If you have asthma or have previously experienced asthma attacks, acute allergic rhinitis (a short period of inflammation of the nasal mucosa), nasal polyps (fleshy growths inside the nose due to allergy), urticaria (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 currently have or have previously had peptic ulcer, stomach or intestinal bleeding, or suffer from chronic digestive problems (e.g., indigestion, heartburn);
• If you have previously experienced stomach or intestinal bleeding or perforation due to prior use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) used for pain relief;
• 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 of age.

Warnings and precautions

Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking Dexketoprofeno Normon:

• If you are allergic or have previously had allergic reactions;
• If you have kidney, liver, or heart disease (hypertension and/or heart failure), fluid retention, or have previously suffered from any of these conditions;
• If you are taking diuretics or have insufficient hydration and reduced blood volume due to excessive fluid loss (e.g., from excessive urination, diarrhea, or vomiting);
• If you have heart problems, a history of stroke, or think you may be at risk of these conditions (e.g., high blood pressure, diabetes, high cholesterol, or are a smoker), you should discuss this treatment with your doctor or pharmacist. Medicines like Dexketoprofeno Normon may be associated with a small increased risk of heart attacks (“myocardial infarction”) or strokes (“cerebrovascular accident”). This risk is more likely when high doses or long-term treatment are used. Do not exceed the recommended dose or duration of treatment;
• If you are elderly, you may be more likely to experience adverse effects (see section 4). If these occur, consult your doctor immediately;
• If you are a woman with fertility problems (Dexketoprofeno Normon may reduce fertility, so you should not take it if you are planning to become pregnant or undergoing fertility investigations);
• If you have a disorder affecting blood or blood cell production;
• If you have systemic lupus erythematosus or mixed connective tissue disease (immune system disorders affecting connective tissue);
• If you currently have or have previously had chronic inflammatory bowel disease (ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s disease);
• If you currently have or have previously had stomach or intestinal disorders;
• If you are taking other medicines that increase the risk of peptic ulcer or bleeding, such as oral corticosteroids, certain antidepressants (SSRIs, selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors), or agents that prevent blood clotting like acetylsalicylic acid (aspirin) or anticoagulants such as warfarin. In such cases, consult your doctor before taking Dexketoprofeno Normon: your doctor may prescribe an additional medicine to protect your stomach (e.g., misoprostol or other drugs that block gastric acid production).

Allergic reactions to dexketoprofen, including breathing difficulties, facial and neck swelling (angioedema), and chest pain, have been reported. Immediately stop treatment with Dexketoprofeno Normon and contact your doctor or the nearest emergency service if you experience any of these symptoms.

Children and adolescents

Do not take Dexketoprofeno Normon if you are under 18 years of age.

Taking Dexketoprofeno Normon with other medicines

Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken, or might need to take any other medicines. Some medicines should not be taken together, while others may require a dose adjustment when taken concurrently.

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

Combinations not recommended:

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

Combinations requiring caution:

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

Combinations to be aware of:

• Quinolones (e.g., ciprofloxacin, levofloxacin), used for bacterial infections;
• Cyclosporine or tacrolimus, used to treat immune system disorders and in organ transplantation;
• Streptokinase and other thrombolytic and fibrinolytic medicines; i.e., 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 selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) type;
• Antiplatelet agents used to reduce platelet aggregation and blood clot formation.

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

Taking Dexketoprofeno Normon with food, drinks, and alcohol

Take the tablets with an adequate amount of water. Take the tablets with food, as this helps reduce the risk of gastrointestinal side effects. However, in the case of acute pain, take the tablets on an empty stomach; that is, at least 30 minutes before meals, as this allows the medicine to act slightly faster.

Pregnancy, breastfeeding, and fertility

Do not take Dexketoprofeno Normon while breastfeeding.

Do not take Dexketoprofeno Normon during the last 3 months of pregnancy, as it may harm the fetus or cause complications during delivery. It may cause kidney and heart problems in your fetus. It may affect your and your baby’s tendency to bleed and may delay or prolong labor more than expected. You should not take Dexketoprofeno Normon during the first 6 months of pregnancy unless clearly necessary and as directed by your doctor. If treatment is needed during this period or while trying to become pregnant, you should take the lowest possible dose for the shortest possible time. From week 20 of pregnancy, Dexketoprofeno Normon may cause kidney problems in your fetus if taken for more than a few days, which could lead to low levels of amniotic fluid surrounding the baby (oligohydramnios). If treatment for longer than a few days is needed, your doctor may recommend additional monitoring.

Consult your doctor or pharmacist before using any medicine.

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

• Do not take Dexketoprofeno Normon if you are breastfeeding. Seek advice from your doctor.

Driving and using machines

Dexketoprofeno Normon may slightly affect your ability to drive and use machines, as it may cause drowsiness or dizziness as adverse effects of treatment. If you experience these effects, do not operate machinery or drive until these symptoms have resolved. Seek advice from your doctor.

Dexketoprofeno Normon contains sodium

This medicine contains less than 23 mg of sodium (1 mmol) per tablet; hence, it is essentially “sodium-free”.

3. How to take Dexketoprofeno Normon

Follow exactly the instructions for use of this medicine as given by your doctor or pharmacist. If in doubt, consult your doctor or pharmacist again.

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

Generally, the recommended dose is 1 tablet (12.5 mg of dexketoprofen) every 4–6 hours, without exceeding 6 tablets per day (75 mg).

If you are elderly or suffer from kidney or liver disease, it is recommended to start therapy with a maximum of 4 tablets per day (50 mg).

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

If your pain is severe and you need rapid relief, take the tablets on an empty stomach (at least 30 minutes before food), as they will be absorbed more easily (see section 2 “Taking Dexketoprofeno Normon with food and drink”).

If you take more Dexketoprofeno Normon than you should

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

In case of overdose or accidental ingestion, contact your doctor or pharmacist immediately or call the Toxicology Information Service at telephone number: 91 562 04 20, indicating the medicine and the amount ingested.

If you forget to take Dexketoprofeno Normon

Do not take a double dose to make up for missed doses. Take the next dose as scheduled (according to section 3 “How to take Dexketoprofeno Normon”).

If you stop treatment with Dexketoprofeno Normon:

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

4. Possible adverse effects

Like all medicines, this medicine may cause adverse effects, although not everyone experiences them.

The possible adverse effects are detailed below according to their frequency. The following table indicates how many patients may experience these adverse effects:

Frequent adverse effects:

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

Uncommon adverse effects:

Sensation of spinning (vertigo), dizziness, drowsiness, sleep disturbances, nervousness, headache, palpitations, hot flushes, stomach problems, constipation, dry mouth, flatulence, skin rash, fatigue, pain, feeling feverish and chills, general malaise.

Rare adverse effects:

Peptic ulcer, perforation of peptic ulcer or bleeding (which may present as vomiting blood or black stools), fainting, high blood pressure, slow breathing, fluid retention and peripheral swelling (e.g., swollen ankles), laryngeal oedema, loss of appetite (anorexia), abnormal sensation, itchy 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 which may also lead to collapse), skin, mouth, eye, and genital ulcers (Stevens-Johnson syndrome and Lyell syndrome), facial swelling or swelling of lips and throat (angioedema), breathing difficulty due to narrowing of airways (bronchospasm), shortness of breath, tachycardia, low blood pressure, pancreatitis, blurred vision, ringing in the ears (tinnitus), sensitive skin, light sensitivity, itching, kidney problems. Decreased number of white blood cells (neutropenia), decreased number of platelets (thrombocytopenia).

Frequency unknown: frequency cannot be estimated from the available data

Chest pain, which may be a symptom of a potentially serious allergic reaction known as Kounis syndrome.

Drug-induced fixed eruption

Allergic skin reaction known as drug-induced fixed eruption, which may include round or oval red patches and skin swelling, blisters and itching. Skin darkening in affected areas may also occur, which may persist after healing. Drug-induced fixed eruption usually reappears in the same location or locations if the medicine is taken again.

Immediately inform your doctor if you notice any gastrointestinal adverse effects at the beginning of treatment (e.g., stomach pain or burning sensation or bleeding), especially if you have previously experienced any of these adverse effects due to long-term treatment with anti-inflammatory medicines, and particularly if you are elderly.

Immediately stop taking Dexketoprofeno Normon if you notice the appearance of a skin rash or any lesions inside the mouth or in the genital area, or any other sign of allergy.

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

Medicines such as Dexketoprofeno Normon may be associated with a small increased risk of having a heart attack (“myocardial infarction”) or stroke (“cerebrovascular accident”).

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

Reporting of adverse effects

If you experience any type of adverse effect, consult your doctor or pharmacist, even if they are possible adverse effects not listed in this leaflet. You may also report them directly via the Spanish Pharmacovigilance System for Human Medicines: https://www.notificaram.es. By reporting adverse effects, you can help provide more information on the safety of this medicine.

5. Storage of Dexketoprofen Normon

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 after “EXP”. The expiry date refers to the last day of the month indicated.

Do not store above 30°C.

Keep in the original packaging to protect from light.

Medicines must not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste. Dispose of unused medicines and their containers at the SIGRE collection point at your pharmacy. Ask your pharmacist how to properly dispose of medicines and containers you no longer need. This will help protect the environment.

6. Contents of the pack and other information

Composition of Dexketoprofeno Normon

• The active substance is dexketoprofen trometamol (18.45 mg), equivalent to dexketoprofen (INN) 12.5 mg.
• The other components (excipients) are: Core of the tablet: maize starch, microcrystalline cellulose, sodium carboxymethyl starch Type A (potato starch), anhydrous colloidal silica, magnesium stearate. Coating: titanium dioxide (E-171), hypromellose, macrogol 6000 and talc.

Appearance of the product and contents of the pack

Dexketoprofeno Normon 12.5 mg are white or almost white, round, biconvex tablets. They are available in packs containing 20 or 40 film-coated tablets.

Marketing Authorization Holder and Manufacturer

LABORATORIOS NORMON, S.A.
Ronda de Valdecarrizo, 6 – 28760 Tres Cantos – Madrid
(SPAIN)

Date of the most recent review of this leaflet: September 2025

Detailed and up-to-date information on this medicinal product is available on the website of the Spanish Agency for Medicines and Health Products (AEMPS) http://www.aemps.gob.es/

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