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Legalon Capsule 140 (Milk Thistle Dried Extract)

Legalon Capsule 140 (Milk Thistle Dried Extract)

OTC medicationHard capsuleOral
Ingredient · strength
Milk-Thistle Fruit Dried Extract Powder›339.4mg / 1 capsule
Manufacturer / importer
Bukwang Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
Appearance
Yellow powder in reddish-brown hard capsules
Packaging
30 capsules/bottle, 100 capsules/bottle, 500 capsules/bottle
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 199801576 · Notified 1998.08.04 · Insurance code 642200220

Summary

Main use
Adjunctive treatment of chronic hepatitis, toxic liver disease, and cirrhosis
Who takes it
Adults
Adult dose
Adults: The initial dose is 140mg per dose as silymarin (or 60mg per dose as silybin), 3 times daily, and the maintenance dose is 70mg per dose as silymarin (or 30mg per dose as silybin), 3 times daily (or 140mg per dose (or 60mg as silybin), 2 times daily).

Ingredients

Manufacturer
Bukwang Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.

Efficacy & effects

Adjunctive treatment of chronic hepatitis, toxic liver disease, and cirrhosis

  • Toxic liver disease
  • chronic hepatitis
  • cirrhosis
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This medication is used as an adjunct treatment for liver-related diseases including toxic liver disease, chronic hepatitis, and cirrhosis.

How to take

Adult dose

Adults: The initial dose is 140mg per dose as silymarin (or 60mg per dose as silybin), 3 times daily, and the maintenance dose is 70mg per dose as silymarin (or 30mg per dose as silybin), 3 times daily (or 140mg per dose (or 60mg as silybin), 2 times daily).

Precautions

This medication should not be taken by patients with severe biliary obstruction, those who are hypersensitive to this medication, or children under 12 years of age. Pregnant or breastfeeding individuals must consult a physician, dentist, or pharmacist before taking this medication. If symptoms such as stomach pain or diarrhea occur, or if an allergic reaction arises, discontinue use immediately and consult a specialist. It is important to strictly adhere to the prescribed dosage and administration when taking this medication, and consult a physician or pharmacist if jaundice symptoms are present. Consult a specialist if symptoms do not improve after about a month of use or if used for an extended period. This medication should be kept out of reach of children and stored in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Additionally, medications should not be stored in a different container than the original to prevent misuse or degradation in quality, so it should be kept in the original container and tightly closed.

Side effects

  • Abdominal pain
  • diarrhea
  • allergic reactions

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

Storage

This medication may be sensitive to air or moisture, so it should be stored in a sealed container. It is also advisable to store it at room temperature, avoiding extreme heat or cold.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Yellow powder in reddish-brown hard capsules

Package unit

30 capsules/bottle, 100 capsules/bottle, 500 capsules/bottle

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This drug information is based on data provided by the Korea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
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