Murex Tablets (Eperisone Hydrochloride)

Adult dose

For adults, as hydrochloride eperisone, 50 mg is taken orally three times a day after meals. The dosage may be adjusted appropriately according to age and symptoms.

This medication should not be administered to certain patients. For example, it should not be used in patients with allergies to this medication or those with myasthenia gravis. Additionally, this medication contains lactose, so it should not be administered to patients with genetic conditions such as lactose intolerance, lactase deficiency, or glucose-galactose malabsorption. Caution is advised in patients with a history of drug hypersensitivity or those with impaired liver function. It may pose a risk of worsening liver function, so careful observation is necessary. During the use of this medication, rare side effects such as acute shock, liver dysfunction, kidney dysfunction, and anemia may occur, so symptoms should be closely monitored. Various side effects such as skin rashes or itching, insomnia, drowsiness, headaches, dyspepsia, urinary problems, weakness, and dizziness may occur; if any abnormal symptoms appear, immediate consultation with healthcare professionals is advised. In particular, serious skin adverse reactions such as toxic epidermal necrolysis and mucous membrane-epidermal-eye syndrome may occur, so if symptoms such as fever, erythema, blisters, itching, conjunctival injection, or stomatitis appear, administration should be stopped immediately. Drowsiness or decreased concentration may occur while taking this medication, so it is advisable to avoid driving or operating hazardous machinery. Additionally, caution is required when combined with similar medications or certain muscle relaxants, as it may cause visual disturbances. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should use this medication only when absolutely necessary as its safety has not been established, and nursing mothers should avoid administration or stop breastfeeding while using this medication. Safety has not been fully established for children, so caution is required in its use. Elderly patients may have reduced physiological function, and therefore should use with caution, including adjustment of dosage.

Serious side effects

Shock, elevated ALT, elevated AST, elevated ALP, proteinuria, elevated BUN, anemia, anaphylactic reaction, angioedema, toxic epidermal necrolysis, and mucous membrane-epidermal-eye syndrome (Stevens-Johnson syndrome)

Mild side effects

• Rash
• itching
• insomnia
• drowsiness
• headache
• body stiffness
• limb tremors
• nausea
• vomiting
• loss of appetite

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent air or moisture from entering, and it is recommended to keep it at room temperature, avoiding direct sunlight. Proper storage will help maintain the effectiveness of the medication for a longer period.

Appearance

White, round tablet

Package unit

(Domestic use) 30 tablets/bottle, 500 tablets/bottle (For export) 100 tablets/box (10 tablets/PTP x 10)