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Hepamelz (L-Aspartic Acid-L-Ornithine)

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Ingredient · strength
L-Ornithine-L-Aspartate›3g / 1 packet
Manufacturer / importer
한화제약(주)
Appearance
[Orange Flavor] Orange-colored powder [Peach Flavor] Pink-colored powder
Packaging
50 packets/box [(3.6 grams/packet)], 60 packets/box [(3.6 grams/packet)], 100 packets/box [(3.6 grams/packet)]
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 198601922 · Notified 1986.11.11 · Insurance code 651600895

Summary

Main use
Supportive treatment for severe liver disease detoxification
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
As L-Aspartic Acid-L-Ornithine, take 6 g at a time, twice daily. Dissolve in a large amount of water and take after meals (for powder form). Take after meals (for liquid form).

Ingredients

Manufacturer
한화제약(주)

Efficacy & effects

Supportive treatment for severe liver disease detoxification

  • Severe liver disease
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This medication is used to help liver function and support detoxification in cases of severe liver disease, particularly conditions such as cirrhosis. It improves liver function by helping to eliminate toxins from the body when the liver is damaged. Therefore, it is an important adjunctive agent in the treatment process for patients with severe liver disease.

How to take

Adult dose

As L-Aspartic Acid-L-Ornithine, take 6 g at a time, twice daily. Dissolve in a large amount of water and take after meals (for powder form). Take after meals (for liquid form).

Precautions

This medication contains the artificial sweetener aspartame. Since aspartame is broken down into phenylalanine in the body, patients with phenylketonuria, a hereditary disease that restricts phenylalanine intake, should not take this medication. Also, the acceptable daily intake for aspartame is limited to 40 mg per 1 kg of body weight, meaning that for a 60 kg adult, the maximum daily dose is 2.4 g. This guideline must be strictly observed. Patients with severe renal failure, specifically those with a serum creatinine level above 3 mg/100 mL, should not take this medication. Individuals who are allergic to acetylsalicylic acid (aspirin) or have a history of allergy related to asthma should consult a physician or pharmacist before taking this medication. This medication contains the dye sunset yellow FCF; therefore, patients who are hypersensitive to this component or have a history of allergies should take it cautiously. If any adverse reactions occur during the use of this medication or if symptoms do not improve after about 2 weeks of taking it, you should immediately stop taking it and consult a healthcare professional. You must strictly adhere to the prescribed dosage and administration, and keep this medication out of the reach of children. In addition, it should be kept away from direct sunlight, in a cool place with low humidity, and the medication should not be removed from its original container but should be stored tightly closed. This will help maintain the quality of the medication and prevent misuse.

Storage

This medication must be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent air or moisture from entering, and should be kept at room temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius. Storing it this way will help preserve the effectiveness of the medication for a longer time.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

[Orange Flavor] Orange-colored powder [Peach Flavor] Pink-colored powder

Package unit

50 packets/box [(3.6 grams/packet)], 60 packets/box [(3.6 grams/packet)], 100 packets/box [(3.6 grams/packet)]

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This drug information is based on data provided by the Korea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
Consult a doctor or pharmacist for accurate dosage, administration, and usage instructions.