Hanpung Antoshid Tablet

Adult dose

Adults (aged 15 years and older, under 80 years old) should take 2 tablets at a time; if symptoms do not improve after more than 5 hours, take another 2 tablets. However, do not exceed 2 doses (4 tablets) per day.

This medicine should not be administered to patients undergoing treatment for blood disorders, kidney and liver diseases, stomach and duodenal diseases, or immune system diseases such as asthma or rheumatism. Patients who are taking steroids, antibiotics, anticancer drugs, or azole antifungals should be cautious as using this medication may lead to side effects such as leukopenia or thrombocytopenia. Patients with a history of blood abnormalities such as anemia, thrombocytopenia, and leukopenia may be at increased risk of further decreasing blood cell counts when taking this medication. Individuals with hypersensitivity to histamine H2 receptor antagonists may experience allergic reactions when using this medication. The safety of this medication has not been sufficiently confirmed in children, especially those under 15 years of age, and elderly patients over 80 years old should be cautious as decreased kidney function can lead to excessive accumulation and effects of the medication. Pregnant women, women of childbearing age, and breastfeeding women should avoid using this medication as its safety has not been established and it may pass into breast milk. Patients receiving dialysis treatment should consult their physician before taking this medication. Special attention should be paid to interactions with other medications while using this medication, particularly when taken with other gastrointestinal drugs, as side effects may be exacerbated. If symptoms such as abdominal pain, sore throat, cough, or high fever occur, or if there is unexplained weight loss, it is essential to consult a medical professional before taking this medication. If symptoms do not improve after taking this medication for more than 3 days, discontinue use and consult a physician as other conditions may be present. Also, avoid prolonged use for more than 2 weeks and ensure not to exceed the prescribed dosage. Avoid consuming alcoholic beverages while taking this medication, and be aware that side effects such as rash, itching, diarrhea, vomiting, headache, and dizziness may occur rarely; if these symptoms arise, immediately stop taking the medication and consult a healthcare professional. This medication should be kept out of reach of children and stored in a cool, dry place, avoiding direct sunlight and high temperatures. Lastly, transferring the medication to another container may lead to misuse or deterioration of quality, so it must be stored in its original container.

Serious side effects

• Chest tightness
• pallor
• cold sweat
• shortness of breath
• rash
• redness with high fever
• blistering due to heat
• severe skin reactions
• jaundice

Mild side effects

• Rash
• redness
• itching
• swelling
• constipation
• diarrhea
• vomiting
• headache
• dizziness
• muscle pain

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to protect it from air and light. The storage temperature should be maintained between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature, and extremes of hot or cold should be avoided.

Appearance

White rectangular film-coated tablet

Package unit

Self-packaging unit