Summary
- Main use
- Improvement of ischemic symptoms of Buerger disease and symptoms and walking ability in acquired lumbar spinal stenosis
- Who takes it
- Adults
- Adult dose
- For improvement of ischemic symptoms such as ulcers, pain, and coldness caused by thromboangiitis obliterans (Buerger's disease), the usual adult dose is 2 tablets orally 3 times daily. For improvement of subjective symptoms (lower-extremity pain and numbness) and walking ability caused by acquired lumbar spinal stenosis (patients with a normal SLR test and bilateral intermittent claudication), the usual adult dose is 1 tablet orally 3 times daily. Adjust the dose as appropriate according to age and symptoms.
Ingredients
- Manufacturer
- Dong-A ST Co., Ltd.
Efficacy & effects
Improvement of ischemic symptoms of Buerger disease and symptoms and walking ability in acquired lumbar spinal stenosis
- Ulcers
- pain
- cold sensations
- leg pain
- leg numbness
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This medicine is used to improve ischemic symptoms such as ulcers, pain, and cold sensations caused by thromboangiitis obliterans, also known as Buerger's disease. It is also effective in improving leg pain and numbness symptoms and walking ability due to acquired lumbar spinal stenosis. Through these effects, it helps reduce daily discomfort and relieve symptoms in patients.
How to take
Adult dose
For improvement of ischemic symptoms such as ulcers, pain, and coldness caused by thromboangiitis obliterans (Buerger's disease), the usual adult dose is 2 tablets orally 3 times daily. For improvement of subjective symptoms (lower-extremity pain and numbness) and walking ability caused by acquired lumbar spinal stenosis (patients with a normal SLR test and bilateral intermittent claudication), the usual adult dose is 1 tablet orally 3 times daily. Adjust the dose as appropriate according to age and symptoms.
Precautions
This medicine should not be used by women who are pregnant or may become pregnant. This medicine contains lactose, so individuals with the genetic problem of lactose intolerance should not take it. Patients who are at risk of bleeding or taking medications that may promote bleeding should use this medicine with caution. When using this medicine, allergic reactions may occur, including skin rashes or itching, and if such symptoms develop, use should be stopped immediately. Bleeding can occur rarely, so symptoms should be monitored carefully, and use should be stopped if any abnormalities arise. Gastrointestinal issues such as diarrhea, nausea, abdominal pain, loss of appetite, and heartburn may occur, so caution is advised. It may affect liver function, and liver enzyme levels could rise, so liver health should be monitored. Rarely, symptoms such as rapid heartbeat, low blood pressure, and cyanosis of the extremities may occur. Headaches, facial flushing, dizziness, warmth, body tremors, swelling, and symptoms of anemia may also occur. Patients with lumbar spinal stenosis should observe changes in symptoms carefully to decide whether to continue using the medication. Safety during pregnancy has not been established, so it is better not to use it in pregnant women. Safety has not been confirmed for children, and there is no experience of use in this population. Elderly individuals may have decreased body functions, so dosage adjustments are necessary. Administering a large quantity to healthy adults may temporarily lower blood pressure, so caution is needed.
Side effects
- rash
- itching
- bleeding
- diarrhea
- nausea
- abdominal discomfort
- abdominal pain
- loss of appetite
- heartburn
- vomiting
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- abdominal bloating
- elevated AST(GOT)
- elevated ALT(GPT)
- palpitations
- cyanosis of limbs
- hypotension
- headache
- flushing of the face
- dizziness
- feeling of warmth
- general malaise
- edema
- mastitis
- tremors
- hirsutism
- anemia
Not everyone experiences these, and they can vary from person to person.
Storage
This medicine may be sensitive to air or moisture, so it should be stored in a tightly sealed container. Additionally, it should be kept away from extremely hot or cold places and stored at standard room temperature.
Appearance and packaging
Appearance
This medicine is a white round tablet.
Package unit
84 tablets/PTP
Questions about this medicine
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