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Furosinol Tablets

Furosinol Tablets

Prescription medicationOral
Ingredient · strength
Phloroglucinol Hydrate›80mg / 1 tabletTrimethylphloroglucinol›80mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
Samjin Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
Appearance
Pink coated tablet
Packaging
30 tablets/bottle, 500 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/box [10 tablets/PTP*10]
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 198801114 · Notified 1988.11.07 · Insurance code 647802570

Summary

Main use
Relief of gastrointestinal and biliary tract pain and urinary and gynecologic spasmodic pain; adjunctive treatment for contractions during pregnancy
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
Adults: Take 2 tablets orally 2-3 times daily.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
Samjin Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Relief of gastrointestinal and biliary tract pain and urinary and gynecologic spasmodic pain; adjunctive treatment for contractions during pregnancy

  • Urinary tract spasms
  • pain
  • nephritic colic
  • pain due to gastrointestinal dysfunction
  • pain due to biliary dysfunction
  • gynecological spasmodic pain
  • contractions during pregnancy
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This medication is used to relieve spasms and pain in the urinary tract, pain due to dysfunctions in the gastrointestinal tract and biliary system, and spasmodic pain in gynecological disorders. It also helps as an adjunctive treatment for uterine contractions that occur during pregnancy. Overall, it has the effect of alleviating spasms and pain, contributing to treatment.

How to take

Adult dose

Adults: Take 2 tablets orally 2-3 times daily.

Precautions

This medication should not be used in certain patients. First, individuals allergic to this medication should not take it. Additionally, it contains lactose, so it should not be used in patients with genetic issues such as galactose intolerance, Lapp lactase deficiency, or glucose-galactose malabsorption. Taking this medication could occasionally lead to gastrointestinal issues. For instance, symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, reduced appetite, stomach pain, and dry mouth may occur, and if so, it may be necessary to reduce the dosage or take a break. It can also affect the central nervous system, leading to symptoms such as heaviness in the head, headache, dizziness, and fatigue. In such cases, dosage adjustment or discontinuation is necessary. Additionally, symptoms such as excessive sweating or reduced urination may occur rarely, so such symptoms should also be monitored. Skin allergic reactions or severe rashes may occur, so if such symptoms appear, immediate consultation with a doctor is advised. This medication has a muscle-relaxing effect, so it is advisable to avoid using it with analgesics like morphine. It is safest for women in the first three months of pregnancy or who may become pregnant not to take this medication. Moreover, it is advisable for nursing women to avoid this medication as well.

Side effects

  • Nausea
  • vomiting
  • loss of appetite
  • stomach pain
  • dry mouth
  • heaviness in the head
  • headache
  • dizziness
  • fatigue
  • sweating
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  • decreased urinary urgency
  • allergic reactions
  • acute generalized pustular dermatosis

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

Storage

This medication may be sensitive to light, so it should be stored in a closed container that blocks light. Additionally, it is appropriate to store the medication at room temperature, avoiding extremely hot or cold places.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Pink coated tablet

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 500 tablets/bottle, 100 tablets/box [10 tablets/PTP*10]

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