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Gelcom Tablets (Flubendazole)

Gelcom Tablets (Flubendazole)

OTC medicationTabletOral
Ingredient · strength
Flubendazole›500mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
Chong Kun Dang Pharmaceutical Corp.
Appearance
This medication is a pale yellow round tablet.
Packaging
1 tablet (1 tablet/PTPx1), 2 tablets (2 tablets/PTPx1)
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 198800154 · Notified 1988.06.29

Summary

Main use
Treatment of parasitic infections (roundworm, pinworm, whipworm, etc.) and mixed infections
Who takes it
Adults · Children
Adult dose
(Tablets) Adults and children: Take a single dose of 500 mg. (Suspension) Adults and children: Take a single dose of 500 mg (15 mL).
Child dose
Tablet: 500mg as a single dose. Suspension: 500mg (15mL) as a single dose.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
Chong Kun Dang Pharmaceutical Corp.

Efficacy & effects

Treatment of parasitic infections (roundworm, pinworm, whipworm, etc.) and mixed infections

  • Ascariasis
  • enterobiasis
  • trichuriasis
  • hookworm infection
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This medication is used to treat ascariasis, enterobiasis, trichuriasis, and hookworm infections, as well as mixed infections of these parasites. It effectively eliminates the infected parasites, helping to relieve symptoms and restore health.

How to take

Adult dose

(Tablets) Adults and children: Take a single dose of 500 mg. (Suspension) Adults and children: Take a single dose of 500 mg (15 mL).

Child dose

Tablet: 500mg as a single dose. Suspension: 500mg (15mL) as a single dose.

Precautions

This medication should not be taken by individuals who are allergic to certain ingredients. It is also advisable not to use this medication during pregnancy. Additionally, patients with a genetic problem that prevents them from breaking down lactose should avoid taking this medication. Caution should be exercised when administering this medication to infants under one year old, except in special cases. Women who may become pregnant should consult a doctor before taking this medication. For nursing mothers, it is advisable to discontinue breastfeeding as this medication may be transmitted through breast milk. If symptoms such as nausea, abdominal pain, or diarrhea occur while taking the medication, it is important to stop taking it immediately and consult a healthcare professional. Rarely, allergic reactions such as skin rash or urticaria may occur, so caution is advised. Overdosing on this medication may cause abdominal cramps, nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea; therefore, it is essential to adhere to the prescribed dosage. This medication should be stored out of reach of children and kept in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Additionally, it is important to avoid transferring the medication to other containers to maintain its quality.

Side effects

  • Nausea
  • abdominal pain
  • diarrhea
  • rash
  • urticaria
  • angioedema
  • abdominal cramps
  • vomiting
  • liver dysfunction
  • hepatitis
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  • blood abnormalities

Not everyone experiences these, and they can vary from person to person.

Storage

This medication should be stored in a sealed container to protect it from air and moisture, ideally at an indoor temperature that is neither too hot nor too cold.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

This medication is a pale yellow round tablet.

Package unit

1 tablet (1 tablet/PTPx1), 2 tablets (2 tablets/PTPx1)

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This drug information is based on data provided by the Korea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
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