Loperal Soft Capsule

Adult dosage

Aged 8 and over and adults: 1 capsule, 3 times a day

Children's dosage

Aged 8 and over: 1 capsule, 3 times a day

This medicine should not be taken by individuals who are allergic to this medicine or any of its ingredients. Furthermore, it should be avoided by babies under 3 months old or individuals allergic to soybean oil, soy, or peanuts. It should not be taken concurrently with the medication Levodopa. Individuals under 1 year of age, those undergoing medical treatment, individuals with certain kidney diseases, pregnant or nursing women, and those with lipid metabolism issues must consult a professional before taking this medicine. This medicine contains a pigment called Yellow No. 5, so individuals allergic to this component should exercise caution. If symptoms such as abdominal pain, diarrhea, constipation, skin rash, or vomiting occur during use, discontinue use immediately and consult a professional. Also, if menstrual changes or prolonged bleeding occur, it is necessary to discontinue use and consult. Women taking estrogen-containing contraceptives or patients at risk for thrombosis should exercise caution when taking vitamin E, as the risk of thromboembolism may increase. Long-term high-dose use may lead to tolerance, and taking certain vitamins may result in neurological impairment or hematological reactions. If an overdose occurs or symptoms do not improve after more than a month of use, consult a professional. Always adhere to the prescribed dosage and administration, and children should take this medication under adult supervision. Additionally, this medicine may affect blood glucose testing or urinalysis results, so it's advisable to inform the conducting personnel prior to testing. Patients anticipated to experience fat overload should check their blood lipid levels and adjust the dosage accordingly. Finally, store this medicine out of reach of children, avoiding direct sunlight, and keep it in a cool, dry place in a tightly closed container. It is important not to transfer this medicine to other containers to maintain quality.

Mild side effects

Gastrointestinal discomfort, diarrhea, constipation, rash, redness, nausea, vomiting, loose stools, possible irregular menstruation and increased bleeding, sensory neuropathy or neurological symptoms, hematological adverse reactions, promotion of peptic ulcers, impaired glucose tolerance, hyperuricemia, liver damage

Drug interactions

Do not take this medicine with Levodopa. Consult your doctor or pharmacist when using with estrogen-containing oral contraceptives or injectable lipid preparations.

This medicine should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent air exposure, and it is recommended to keep it at room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius. Storing it this way will help maintain the effectiveness of the medicine.

Appearance

Soft gelatin capsule with a brownish yellow oily substance

Package unit

100 capsules/box[(5 capsules/pouch*20)]