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Tyrofa Tablets (Tyropramide Hydrochloride)

Tyrofa Tablets (Tyropramide Hydrochloride)

Prescription medicationTabletOral
Ingredient · strength
Tiropramide Hydrochloride›100mg / 1 tablet
Manufacturer / importer
Daewoong Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
Appearance
This medication is a white, round film-coated tablet.
Packaging
30 tablets/bottle, 500 tablets/bottle
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 199000530 · Approved 1990.01.08 · Insurance code 641602470

Summary

Main use
Relieves abdominal cramps and pain, and acute cramping pain (such as abdominal colic)
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
Adults: Administer 100㎎ of tiropramide hydrochloride orally per dose, 2-3 times daily. Adjust the dose appropriately according to age and symptoms.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
Daewoong Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Relieves abdominal cramps and pain, and acute cramping pain (such as abdominal colic)

  • Acute spasmodic pain
  • biliary colic
  • abdominal pain
  • renal and ureteral colic
  • abdominal spasm
  • pain
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This medication is used to relieve acute spasmodic pain in the liver and biliary tract, abdominal pain caused by various reasons, and renal or ureteral colic. It is also effective for gastrointestinal dysmotility, cholelithiasis, cholecystitis, and abdominal spasms and pain due to postoperative adhesions. This medicine can help improve discomfort and spasmodic pain in the abdomen.

How to take

Adult dose

Adults: Administer 100㎎ of tiropramide hydrochloride orally per dose, 2-3 times daily. Adjust the dose appropriately according to age and symptoms.

Precautions

This medication should not be used in patients with narrowed gastrointestinal tracts. A narrowed gastrointestinal tract may impair the drug's efficacy or worsen symptoms. Additionally, it should not be administered to patients with abnormally enlarged or diminished bowel function, as these conditions can increase the risk of side effects. Patients with allergic reactions to this medication should also refrain from using it, as allergic reactions can lead to severe side effects. Patients with severely impaired liver function should not take this medication for safety reasons, as the liver may not process the drug properly, potentially causing harm. Although this drug does not have anticholinergic effects, caution should be exercised in patients with glaucoma or benign prostatic hyperplasia, as the medication may exacerbate symptoms. When taking this medication, symptoms such as dry mouth, nausea, vomiting, and constipation may occur. If these symptoms arise, consult a physician. In addition, if allergic symptoms such as skin itching or rashes occur, stop taking the medication immediately and inform healthcare personnel. Care should be taken when this medication is taken in high doses with blood pressure-lowering agents, as there is a risk of too low blood pressure. Pregnant women should only use this medication under a doctor's supervision if absolutely necessary, even though animal studies have not revealed significant abnormalities. Finally, this medication should be stored out of reach of children, and transferring it to another container should be avoided as it may lead to accidents or degradation of the drug's quality.

Side effects

  • dry mouth
  • nausea
  • vomiting
  • constipation
  • itching
  • erythema

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

Storage

This medication must be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent exposure to air or moisture. It is best to maintain storage temperatures between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature, which helps keep the drug effective and safe for an extended period.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

This medication is a white, round film-coated tablet.

Package unit

30 tablets/bottle, 500 tablets/bottle

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